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Brooke Park (also known as Gwyn's Institute, People's Park)

Introduction

Features of the park include a few mature trees, grass terracing, a recent fountain in the former round pond and boundary walls.

Also known as the People's Park, Brooke Park was the site of the city's first orphanage. Brooke Park owes its existence to two local 19th century philanthropists, John Gwyn and James Hood Brooke.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Website

https://www.visitderry.com/things-to-do/brooke-park-p787141

Access contact details

This is a public park, open daily for general use.

Directions

In the city centre of Londonderry, west of the River Foyle.

Owners

Derry City Council

98 Strand Road, Derry, BT48 7NN

Other Websites

History

Period

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

Designations

  • Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory

  • Reference: L 4

Features

  • Gate Lodge
  • Terrace
  • Boundary Wall
  • Fountain
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Period

Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References
Related Documents
  • CLS 1/421

    Heritage Lottery Fund 'Parks for People' Stage 1 Application, File 2B - Hard copy

    Soltysbrewster - 2009