Braunstone Park, Leicester, England
Record Id: 4985
Site is open to the public. Opening may be limited, please check Visitor Information for any restrictions.
Brief description of site
The park is a mix of established woodland, spinneys and meadows. There are two lakes adjacent to the southern boundary, fed by a stream. There are informal footpaths throughout the park. Braunstone Hall in the centre of the park is a Grade II Georgian listed building. The stable block is alongside and is used as a Parks Office. As well as being one of Leicester's largest and most attractive parks, Braunstone Park is of considerable value to wildlife.
Brief history of site
Formerly the home of the Winstanley family, the site was developed as a landscape park around their home, Braunstone Hall. It was compulsorily purchased by Leicester Corporation in 1928 to create a public park, which was opened in 1930.
Location information:
Address: Gooding Avenue, Leicester, LE3 3AL
Locality: Leicester
Local Authorities:
Leicester; Braunstone Park and Rowley Fields
Historical County: Leicestershire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 140 | Grid Ref: | SK558034 |
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| Latitude: | 52.6255 | Longitude: | -1.1771 |
Directions:
Braunstone Park is situated on Gooding Avenue off the A47, Hinckley Road, approximately 3 miles SW from the City Centre and close to the MI/M69 Motorway junction. The park can also be reached on foot, bicycle or bus from the City Centre
Key information:
Form of site: public park
Purpose of site: urban park
Context or principal building: parks, gardens and urban spaces
Site Style : English landscape garden
Site first created: 1928 to 1930
Main period of development: Early 20th century
Survival: Part: standing remains
Site Size (Hectares): 68
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