Introduction
The park initially had a bandstand and drinking fountain, but by the 1930s facilities for tennis, bowling and putting, and an athletics track were provided.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
The park is open from 8am Mon-Sat / 8.30am Sundays to dusk (refer to Council website for seasonal details).
Directions
Rail: Southbury then bus. Bus: 121, 279, 307, 310, 310A, 363
Owners
London Borough of Enfield
- History
15th Century
From the early-15th century Durants was owned by the influential Wroth family and James I reputedly visited frequently.
18th Century
In the 18th century Sir Thomas and Lady Stringer lived here, whose son William married a daughter of the infamous Judge Jeffreys. Fortifications on an outbuilding were said to have been erected for his protection.
20th Century
In 1910, this and the remains of the moated manor house, Durants Arbour, were demolished.
In 1903, Enfield UDC had bought around 14 hectares of estate land for a public park.
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
19.75
Open to the public
Yes