Here is a selection of pictures from our archives covering several decades showing the country park and lake’s versatility through the seasons, whether you’re a runner, twitcher, sailor or simple fun-seeker.
9. Kay Fullerton, AKA Penelope Pitstop, sells raffle tickets to youngsters Thomas Dutton, Ellie Hornby, and Amelia Whalley during a charity run at Pennington Flash Country Park for George Ward
. Photo: Gary Brunskill
10. Anne Scotson with Jean Eaton and her nine-year-old rescue retriver, Kane, at Pennington Flash
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11. Ian McCartney, second left, gives Chinese delegates a tour of Pennington Flash
Makerfield MP Ian McCartney, second left, gives Chinese delegates a tour of Pennington Flash Photo: submit
12. Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club commodore Olive Connor prepares for a race at Pennington Flash
. Photo: Gary Brunskill
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