Today the local authorities of Warrington, St Helens and Halton along with the Sankey Canal Restoration Society, are developing the Sankey Canal Trail as a 15-mile (24 km) greenway either side of the park, whilst working towards the restoration of a navigation route.

It has distinctive chimneys and stone mullion windows which are most likely the work of Sir Thomas Ireland and date back to around 1600.

The central section of the park is family orientated with children's play features and picnic areas.

A ranger service operated by Warrington Borough Council used to patrol the park, but this has since been disbanded.

Mary Ann's, Brownlees and Whitegate ponds are leased to Penketh and Old Hall Angling Club for members' fishing.

In late spring, orchids can be found in the meadow, whilst a wealth of butterflies visit during the summer.

[1] A variety of water plants, animals and birds can be seen on or around the park's many ponds, Sankey Brook, the Wetland Nature Reserve or the Canal.