Western Park, Leicester, England
Record Id: 4735
Site is open to the public. Opening may be limited, please check Visitor Information for any restrictions.
Brief description of site
Western Park is bounded by New Parks Way, Glenfield Road, Western Park Road, Hinckley Road and Park View. It is the largest park in Leicester. The main drive features a wide avenue of trees, which were planted for the inaugural opening in 1899. The park is a blend of meadow areas, mature woods and hedgerows, interspersed with established with established shrub and wooded areas, creating an ecological environment where wildlife abounds. Visitor facilities are all easily accessible from the main drive.
Brief history of site
Leicester Corporation purchased land from the Trustees of Sir John Mellor, an important landowner, to create a park for the people of the West End of Leicester.
Location information:
Address: Hinckley Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 6HX
Locality: Leicester
Local Authorities:
Leicester; New Parks
Historical County: Leicestershire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 140 | Grid Ref: | SK557045 |
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| Latitude: | 52.6354 | Longitude: | -1.178392 |
Directions:
The main entrance to Western Park is situated on the A47, Hinckley Road, approximately 3 miles west of Leicester City Centre Buses from the City Centre pass by the entrance gates.
Key information:
Form of site: public park
Purpose of site: urban park
Context or principal building: parks, gardens and urban spaces
Site Style : informal
Site first created: 1868 to 1899
Main period of development: Late 19th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 72
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