Originally sited on the outskirts of Barrow, the park is now more or less central due to rapid growth of the town northwards during the early 20th century.

[3] Large sections of Barrow Park were redeveloped in 2005 to include a new pavilion, café, bandstand and display glasshouse.

The multi-functional leisure facility is in the eastern perimeter off Barrow Park and is home to two large swimming pools, a gym, exercise studios and a sports hall.

The most iconic feature of Barrow Park is the town's principal cenotaph; commemorating almost 900 Barrovians who lost their lives in various wars.

[5] The memorial is located at the highest point of the park on the site of a late Bronze Age fort offering 360-degree views of Barrow.