Introduction
West Bank Park is a public park which occupies the former site of the Backhouse nurseries. Features include woodland and tree belts. There is also open grassed lawns but little of the Backhouse nursery survives.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Website
https://westbankpark.orgAccess contact details
www.york.gov.uk/environment/Parks_and_open_spaces/Parks_and_open_spaces_general/formal/West_Bank_Park/
Owners
York City Council
- History
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Features
- Bowling Green
- Bowling Green
- Key Information
Type
Public Park
Purpose
Ornamental Garden
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
8
Open to the public
Yes