Introduction
Ardwick Green is a small oblong urban park covering about two hectares, bounded by Ardwick Green South and Ardwick Green North. It has a number of features including a wildflower area, a 'Plants of the world' flower bed, a Cenotaph memorial and seasonal gardens.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
441612344343Access contact details
http://www.manchester.gov.uk/leisure/parks/central/
Directions
To the south-east of Manchester city centre.
Owners
Manchester City Council
- History
Historically this small park was associated with the Manor of Ardwick which was in the possession of the Birch family.
The site was originally much larger than at present, and was used for public gatherings. One group that met at the site was the Blanketeers in 1817 after they had been driven from St Peter's Fields.
In 1825 the inhabitants of Ardwick obtained an Act of Parliament to protect the green which was 'an ornament to the township and the surrounding houses'.
In 1848 the Ardwick Committee of the Corporation of Manchester was petitioned by residents to improve the green. The improvements included the erection of iron railings and the committee contributed towards the £1,000 costs.
Ardwick Green first became a public park in 1867 when it was taken over by Manchester Corporation.
Period
Victorian (1837-1901)
- Features & Designations
Designations
Green Flag Award
- Reference: Awarded in 2006 and 2007
Features
- Cenotaph
- Flower Bed
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Period
Victorian (1837-1901)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
2
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- University of Manchester and University of York {A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester} (1994) A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester