Replacement of Path Edges
Several of the paths in the lower Dell are needing some love. We are currently replacing the edges and making the paths sound again.
New Steps Gunnergate
The Task day team have completed the building of new step from Gunnergate down to the watersplash. They're looking good. April 2025
About The Friends of Fairy Dell
About The Friends of Fairy Dell
The Friends group volunteer with Middlesbrough Council and undertake projects to maintain and enhance the Dell. We also arrange events for the public to enjoy this little gem in the heart of the community.
Join Us Looking After Our Park
Join Us Looking After Our Park
About The Friends of Fairy Dell
The Tuesday Task Team have almost completed upgrading the surfaces around the excercise equipment. We are trying to make it easier to access for everyone.
New Jackets
Join Us Looking After Our Park
Activities For Everyone
Whether the Friends are working in the Park, Dell or leading guided walks with the local schools, we try to wear our fluorescent jackets. Melissa of the Coop Marton Funeralcare nominated the group for a charitable donation and joined us to give us a nice cheque which has helped to purchased both replacement jackets and tools
Activities For Everyone
Join Us Looking After Our Park
Activities For Everyone
You will find something for the whole family when you visit Fairy Dell. We host events and activities for the younger members and the walks and paths are maintained for access to as wide a group as possible.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Want to get involved in helping to maintain and improve Fairy Dell? We can offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, from trail maintenance to event planning. Contact us to learn more and get involved today.
Park Hours and Location
Volunteer Opportunities
Always Open To You.
The park gates do not have locks and you are welcome 24hrs 365 days a year, but please remember you are in the heart of a residential area.
There is limited parking available outside the park entrances - No charges.
See map below for location
Admission is free.
Early Development of The Lake
Early Development of The Lake
Creation of the dam, lake and island that helps protect downstream Middlesbrough
Emergency Branch Clearing
December 10th 2024
Several trees lost branches during the recent storm. The Friends team cut them back and cleared up on Tuesday.
Have you seen this insect?
Asian hornet, Vespa velutina - What is it?
A highly aggressive predator of native insects that poses a significant threat to honey bees and
other pollinators. Originally from Asia, in 2004 this invasive non-native species was accidentally
introduced to France where it has spread rapidly and into neighbouring countries. Since 2016 a
number of sightings have been recorded in the UK.
History of Fairy Dell
Fairy Dell was originally the gardens and grounds belonging to Gunnergate Hall which was built in 1857 for the Quaker banker, Charles Leatham.
Activities In Fairy Dell
Fairy Dell offers something for everyone! Enjoy a peaceful walk in the park or along the scenic beck. We also have free to use exercise equipment for those 14 and over, and fun wooden play equipment for younger visitors.
Love the Park and Marton Westbeck
Visit Fairy Dell for walks, the park, a picnic area
Come and join the Friends of Fairy Dell as a volunteer.