In the 19th century it was owned by coal and copper baron, Michael Hughes, who also built the now demolished Sherdley Hall.

[1] The estate was purchased by the local authority after the second world war as a place of relaxation for the citizens of Sutton.

The park used to feature a pets corner but this has now closed.

It includes an 18-hole golf course, a formal garden, open woodland, a lake and summer events.

After many years of inactivity Sherdley Park began hosting the Sherdley Festival, a large annual three-day event of music from various genres.