Slopes, The, Buxton, (also known as St Ann's Cliff), Derbyshire, England
Record Id: 4934
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Brief description of site
The Slopes is a sloping cliff near the centre of Buxton, landscaped with walks and trees in the 19th century. The site occupies about 3 hectares between the Town Hall and The Crescent.
Brief history of site
The site was initially landscaped in about 1818 by Sir Jeffry Wyatville, architect to the 6th Duke of Devonshire. The area was re-landscaped in about 1850 by Sir Joseph Paxton. In the 19th century the seventh Duke of Devonshire sold the site to the Buxton Local Board.
Location information:
Address: The Slopes, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6BD
Locality: Derbyshire
Local Authorities:
Derbyshire; High Peak; Buxton Central
Historical County: Derbyshire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 119 | Grid Ref: | SK058734 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 53.25757 | Longitude: | -1.914519 |
Directions:
Centre of Buxton
Key information:
Form of site: public park
Purpose of site: urban park
Context or principal building: parks, gardens and urban spaces
Site first created: 1818 to 1850
Main period of development: Early 19th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 3
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