Introduction
Derby Square is a town square, originally with communal pleasure gardens surrounded by shrubs and iron railings. The square was opened to the public at a later date, at which point it was given diagonal paths.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
This is a square for general public use.
- History
Period
- Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
- Victorian (1837-1901)
- Features & Designations
Style
Formal
Features
- Garden Ornament
- Description: Central mast with weathervane.
- Specimen Tree
- Description: Witch hazel
- Specimen Tree
- Description: Salix alba
- Key Information
Type
Designed Urban Space
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Recreational
Period
Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
Survival
Part: standing remains
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- Larch S. Garrad {Larch S. Garrad} (Isle of Man: Collector's Choice, 1986) 113, 118 A History of Manx Gardens