
The Pioneers statue celebrates the canal builders who founded Ellesmere Port and was cast in bronze by Liverpool artist Stephen Broadbent.

Football Pitches
Football pitches are provided in the community across the Borough. A charge is made for the hire of the pitches.
Pitches can be found at the following locations:-
Charges are :- (2006/7)
For further information, please telephone: 0151-356-6992
Tennis Courts
Tennis Courts are provided at Whitby Park - there are 2 courts.
There is no booking arrangement or fee payable for the use of these courts. Nets are left up all year.
Bowling Greens
Bowling Greens are provided at Whitby Park and George Street.
Both have 2 greens.
These are available for use from March until the end of September.
Charges are:- (2007/8)
There are also two private Bowling Clubs in the Borough which are located in Little Sutton and Neston.
For further information, please telephone: 0151-356-6992