Delapre Park
Middle park and woods
Adjoining the gardens and forming a large part of the 550 acres estate is the area known as the Middle Park extending to Delapre Woods.
For many years this pleasant meadowland was used for grazing cattle. However in 1976 this was opened as The Delapre Golf Complex comprising an 18-hole course, a 9-hole course, 2 par 3 courses, a driving range and a clubhouse.
At the southern end of the Delapre estate lie Delapre Woods. These were originally cleared and planted when the gardens were laid out. Some fine oak, sweet chestnut and beech remain from this planting.
Further clearances and planting of beech, oak and conifers have produced a mixed wood with many beautiful walks, together with fine views of the Abbey and town centre.
For many years this pleasant meadowland was used for grazing cattle. However in 1976 this was opened as The Delapre Golf Complex comprising an 18-hole course, a 9-hole course, 2 par 3 courses, a driving range and a clubhouse.
At the southern end of the Delapre estate lie Delapre Woods. These were originally cleared and planted when the gardens were laid out. Some fine oak, sweet chestnut and beech remain from this planting.
Further clearances and planting of beech, oak and conifers have produced a mixed wood with many beautiful walks, together with fine views of the Abbey and town centre.
Last reviewed 20/03/2009
Pages in Delapre Park
- 1. General Information
- 2. History of Delapre Gardens
- 3. You are here Middle park and woods
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