Royal Victoria Park, Bath, England
Record Id: 2871
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This site has the following component area(s):
Royal Victoria Park, Bath, Botanic Gardens
Brief description of site
Royal Victoria Park is an early-19th-century public park with an avenue of trees, a lake and a botanic garden. There is also a bowling green and tennis courts.
Brief history of site
Royal Victoria Park was designed as a public pleasure park by the city architect Edward Davis. It was opened in 1830 by Princess Victoria. The park was managed privately during the 19th century. Bath City Council took over its running in 1921.
Location information:
Address: Marlborough Lane, Bath, BA1 2LZ
Local Authorities:
Bath and North East Somerset
Historical County: Gloucestershire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 172 | Grid Ref: | ST741655 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 51.38795 | Longitude: | -2.373596 |
Key information:
Form of site: public park
Purpose of site: urban park
Context or principal building: parks, gardens and urban spaces
Site first created: 1829 to 1830
Main period of development: Early 19th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 23
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