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Bellevue, Belfast (also known as Belfast Zoo)

Introduction

The Hazelwood Estate landscaped the gardens from 1920 with the 'Hanging Gardens of Babylon' and the 'Grand Floral Staircase' by Cheal's.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Website

https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/northern-ireland-environment-agency

Access contact details

http://www.belfastzoo.co.uk/ZooHome/Visitus/OpeningHours.aspx

Directions

Four miles north of Belfast city centre, off the A8.

Owners

Belfast City Council

Belfast City Hall, Belfast, BT1 5GS
History

Period

  • 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
  • Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory

  • Reference: An 98
Key Information

Type

Garden

Purpose

Educational

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Period

20th Century (1901 to 1932)

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References