Introduction
Alexandra Park is a public park bounded by Victoria Street on the north-west and a railway line on the south. The site is surrounded by housing development. The park is roughly rectangular in plan and is divided by an axial path and a number of cross paths. There was a tree and shrub nursery at the western end of the park and most of the floral displays concentrated on roses. Amenities included two bowling greens, eight tennis courts, a putting green, a children's play park and space for unorganised games.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
This is a municipal site for general public use. Please see: http://www.wlct.org/Leisure/Green%20Spaces/gfparks.htm
Owners
Wigan Council
Town Hall, Library Street, Wigan,, WN1 1YN
- History
Period
- 20th Century (1901 to 2000)
- Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
- Features & Designations
Features
- Bowling Green
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- Obelisk
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- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Period
20th Century (1901 to 2000)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
5
Open to the public
Yes
Electoral Ward
Pemberton
- References
References
- University of Manchester and University of York, {A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester}, York, 1994 A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester
Contributors
Lancashire Gardens Trust
Greater Manchester Archaeological Unit