We’ve taken a walk through the grounds of yesteryear to bring you archive pictures showing how the beautiful grounds of this once grand manor house evolved through more recent times. The old hall itself was victim of a devastating fire in 1951 and much of the burnt-out shell was later demolished, leaving only older Derby Wing intact. Worden Park is a popular place to visit for many in the area and we hope our potted history will open your eyes further. READ MORE: Leyland in the 80s and 90s. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Leyland in the 60s and 70s. MORE MEMORIES: Look back at Avenham flats
5. Worden Hall and Park
Despite being ravaged by fire in 1951, in this image taken in 1956 you can still see the splendour of the building itself behind the curtain of tulips Photo: Archive
6. Worden Hall and Park
This image taken in the 30s or 40s shows one of the entrance doors to old Worden Hall Photo: Archive
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Built in the 18th century, here we see the old Grade II listed Brew House (pictured in 1983) - part of the Worden Hall complex. Alas, it wasn't built for brewing ale, rather to make animal feed Photo: Archive
8. Worden Hall and Park
The Faringtons at Worden Hall laid their family pets to rest in a designated area within the grounds of the park. 'Polly Bird', 'May Queen', 'Teddy' and 'Pitcher' were all interned in the 1920s. The headstones were moved to South Ribble Museum in 1985 where they remain today. This image of the Worden Hall's pet cemetary was taken in the 30s or 40s Photo: Archive