Monument record MWX1021 - Poole Park, Poole

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Summary

Public park covering an area of 45 hectares. Work started on the park in 1888 following a design by the Borough Surveyor, John Elford. Landscaping was by Robert Veitch and Son of Exeter and J C Rigler of Poole. Planting was by Mr Ingram in October 1888 and by David Stewart in October 1889. The park was opened to the public on 18th January 1890. Additions to the park took place in the 1920s. During the mid 20th century the park entrance layouts were altered. A restoration of the park took place in the late 20th century.

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Full Description

Public park covering an area of 45 hectares. Work started on the park in 1888 following a design by the Borough Surveyor, John Elford. Landscaping was by Robert Veitch and Son of Exeter and J C Rigler of Poole. Planting was by Mr Ingram in October 1888 and by David Stewart in October 1889. The park was opened to the public on 18th January 1890. Additions to the park took place in the 1920s. During the mid 20th century the park entrance layouts were altered. A restoration of the park took place in the late 20th century. <1>.

Sources/Archives (12)

  • <1> Monograph: English Heritage. 1984-1987. Register of parks and gardens of special historic interest in England: Dorset. Part 12. 06-Feb-2002.
  • <1.1> Monograph: English Heritage. 2005. Register of parks and gardens of special historic interest in England: Dorset (Revised). 12.
  • <2> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC38240.
  • <3> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC38241.
  • <4> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC38416.
  • <5> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC39443.
  • <6> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC39501.
  • <7> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC39502.
  • <8> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC39503.
  • <9> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC39504.
  • <10> Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. PC39505.
  • <11> Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 1355548.

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Location

Grid reference SZ 02450 91040 (point)
Map sheet SZ09SW
Unitary Authority Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Protected Status/Designation

Other Statuses/References

  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: Parks and Gardens Reg GD3445
  • Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SZ 09 SW 126
  • Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 1355548

Record last edited

Apr 12 2022 11:44AM

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