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Worcester Pleasure Grounds

Introduction

The Worcester Pleasure Grounds, designed by William Barron, were opened in 1859. They featured an elaborate central fountain with broderie parterres and serpentine walks round. In 1864 the company went bankrupt and the land was sold for house sites.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Directions

In Worcester city centre.

History

Period

  • Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
  • Victorian (1837-1901)
Associated People
Features & Designations

Features

  • Parterre
  • En Broderie
  • Fountain
Key Information

Type

Garden

Period

Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)

Survival

Lost

References