Stewart Park covers approximately 120 acres consisting of open parkland on the north side and an arboretum on the south side. The Friends of Stewart Park have produced a map of the key trees (details are available on the internet). Originally, it was the estate containing Marton Hall built in 1858 which was the of home of Henry Bolckow. He was one Middlesbrough’s iron masters and the first mayor. The estate includes the site of the cottage where Captain James Cook was born. Bolckow marked this spot with a granite vase which is still there today. The refurbished buildings of The Central Lodge of the estate is now used by Askham Bryan College to deliver land based education. The Captain Cook Birthplace Museum is also located in the Park. At present it is temporarily closed. The Park is accessible from a number of entrances, so you could start the walk at a number of points. There are two lakes which are home to Canada and Greylag Geese, Moorhens, Coots and various other types of duck. There are play areas for children including a climbing frame named after HMS Endeavour, Captain Cook’s ship. Make sure you look out for the Map of the World, the Totem poles and the Easter Island sculpture.
The benets of walking must be considered along with the risks. Whether to undertake this walk or not is your decision. If you are in any doubt about your ability to walk safely, please discuss this with your healthcare professional prior to starting.
Walking has been linked with a number of health benets:
1. Walking can strengthen your heart, bones and muscles and also help with weight loss.
2. Walking is easy on the joints.
3. Walking reduces anxiety and depression and can improve mood.
4. If you walk as part of a walking group, it can be a great way to socialise.
5. Best of all - it's free!
With thanks to Alan Curry (author), Dr Kate Hallsworth, Senior Research Physiotherapist, Newcastle University and LIVErNORTH contributors.
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WALK 6: STEWART PARK FROM JAMES COOK
Stewart Park
nr James Cook
Middlesborough
Postcode –TS7 8AR
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Park Opening Times
7.30 a.m. –6 p.m. (gates are locked at 6 p.m.)
Please note if travelling by car the post code may take you to a different entrance from that of the main car park.
Go Right here
Half way down the main avenue take the Left turning
Down the main Avenue
At the old lodge turn sharp right
Go Right here
Choice here of carrying straight on or going around the lake
The Lake
Why not take a stick?
It can help you:
* keep balanced
* get up if sitting
* sit down if standing
* reach things
* feel ahead on slopes
* check puddle depth!
* move things
If you don’t have a stick, why not take a brolly?
James Cook University Hospital (approx 1 mile)
Returning to the Car park, well done.
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sign post on Ladgate Lane Memorial garden walk
Keep right here
Main Car Park Memorial Garden Walk
Use your mobile to take a photo and email it to us:
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NOTE
There are several entrances to the Park. Join the walk from any of them
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Stewart Park Lake
Old Lodge
Captain Cook Birthplace Museum & Café
Pond
Askham Bryan College Café
* May be temporarily closed
The Endeavour
WALK 6
Stewart Park nr
James Cook Hospital, Middlesbrorough
Route and photographs by Alan Curry (Oct 2023)
Map by Alf Bennett
Askam Bryan college
Returning to the Play area turn left until going left here
Start and finish the route
And past the Vase sculpture And through the arch
• At different times, the Park acts as a venue for a range of events including, a regular Parkrun, a Farmers’Market and the Cleveland Show.
• There are two Cafes which are open to the Public. One in the Cook’s Café in the Museum and Henry’s in Askham Bryan
Carry on under the trees
At the ponds bear right and cross the bridge
Leaving the Museum turn left through the arches then left again down steps or ramp
Cafe, open 7 days a week. Closes in Nov... Check winter opening!
At the museum go right and around the building The Easter Island sculpture
Carry straight on up the slight incline
