Introduction
Connaught Park was the first park established in Dover, and is sited on the hill below the castle. There is a promenade along the northern boundary and a variety of recreational facilities.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
01304 872408Access contact details
This is a municipal site for general public use. Please see: http://www.dover.gov.uk/parks/parks-connaught.asp
Owners
Dover District Council
White Cliffs Business Park Dover Kent, CT16 3PJOther Websites
- History
Connaught Park was the answer to a long-felt need for a public park in Dover and was achieved in 1883 by the lease of land on rising ground to the north-west of the Castle. Voluntary public subscription covered the cost of landscaping, the lake, trees, shrubs, fencing, and the park-keeper's lodge.
- Features & Designations
Features
- Lake
- Gate Lodge
- Description: Park keeper's lodge.
- Specimen Tree
- Description: There is a Quercus ilex planted by the Duchess of Connaught at the opening ceremony.
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- Drinking Fountain
- Description: Gothic drinking fountain.
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- Garden Building
- Description: Shelters.
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- Promenade
- Description: There is a promenade along the northern boundary.
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- Kent Gardens Trust {A Presentation of Parks: A survey of amenity parks and gardens in Kent} (Kent Gardens Trust) 12 A Presentation of Parks: A survey of amenity parks and gardens in Kent