The Importance of Benches, Steps and Car Boot Sales in Locke Park

Enjoying a classic North of England Victorian park in the sunny springtime, you notice the presence of people, dogs and flowers.

Swathes of crocus provide an instant springtime photo-op:

You also notice this:

Locke Park has benches.  Countless benches.

Lots of medium-density housing nearby.

"Alphabet Steps" for children to learn their ABCs.

On any given Sunday there will be a huge turnout for the Car Boot Sale.

This one fell victim to a hailstorm just two minutes later.