Newton Lodge

 

Hyde Park, which opened in 1904, was originally the grounds of Newton Lodge, home of Col. CJ Ashton who paid to build St Stephen's Church, Bennett Street. It was given to the town by his daughters, following his death.

The lodge was demolished in 1937. Two years later it was replaced by Bayley Hall which was funded by Sir John Bayley.



Thanks to Tameside.gov for the information

Castle Steps in Hyde Park

A couple of "before and after" shots from Tony.


Hyde Park "castle" steps in 1952
Is the path in the background, going up the hill, still there?
I like the little flower beds, next to the stream.


..and in 2010

It is so much more overgrown in the later shot.

Thanks Tony, for sharing with us :)