Ashbridge Park
Lakeshore Blvd.E., Toronto, Canada | At Coxwell Rd.
Description:
The park was named after the widow of Ashbridges. She was a Quaker and a member of the United Empire. She came to Toronto in 1799. Sarah was a farmer. For this purpose, the state allocated her land for a farm that lasted more than 200 years. Agricultural business has been passed down from generation to generation. The last to imagine the genera died in 1994.
Gradually, the farm came to naught and in its place made a park, which was named after the family.
The park now covers 35 hectares. On the territory grow age-old trees - honeysuckle, thui, poplar. In their shadows there are benches and gazebos. There are playgrounds, sidewalks for pedestrians, bicycle trails, toilets, beaches, places for walking with dogs, roller-skating paths, skateboards.
On the territory of a huge number of bistros and cafes. And those who really want to relax in nature, can safely arrange a picnic in the park. The management of the park is not prohibited.