Pontypool Park, American Gardens, Pontypool, Wales
Record Id: 3703
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Part/component area of: Pontypool Park
Brief description of site
The large, mid-19th-century American Gardens at Pontypool Park consist of mature conifers, newly introduced from America and elsewhere at the time of planting, distributed throughout an area of deciduous woodland. Conifer specimens include monkey puzzles and Wellingtonia.
Location information:
Address: Pontypool Park, Trosnant Street, Pontypool, NP4 8AT
Locality: Pontypool
Local Authorities:
Torfaen; Trevethin
Historical County: Monmouthshire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 171 | Grid Ref: | SO 285007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 51.70047 | Longitude: | -3.035998 |
Key information:
Form of site: arboretum
Current use of site: public park
Context or principal building: public park
Plant type/environment: American garden
Main period of development: Mid 19th century
Survival: Extant
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