Parques en Chester

Parks and Recreation

Chester’s green spaces range from the historic Grosvenor Park, a Grade II* listed Victorian landscape, to the Roman Gardens, which display excavated masonry from the city’s legionary fortress. This collection includes the expansive Countess of Chester Country Park with its diverse habitats and the tranquil Cloister Garth at the heart of the cathedral. Smaller community areas like Alexandra Park in Hoole and the wildlife-focused Northgate Ponds provide local recreational facilities, while specialized sites like The Cop Skateboard Park cater to specific outdoor sports.

Parks and Recreation — Mapa

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A

Roman Gardens

Established in 1949 to display architectural fragments from Chester's Roman fortress, including columns from the assembly hall of the legionary baths.

B

Cloister Garth

Centrally located within Chester Cathedral’s medieval cloisters, featuring a bronze sculpture titled 'The Water of Life' by Stephen Broadbent.

C

Grosvenor Park

A 20-acre Grade II* listed Victorian park designed by Edward Kemp, featuring formal gardens, a miniature railway, and various commemorative statues.

D

Queens garden

Heritage green space located near the Shropshire Union Canal and the city's railway station.

E

Queens Road Park

Local neighborhood park with open grass and designated dog-friendly walking areas.

F

The Cop

Riverside green space located along the banks of the River Dee near the Sealand Road area.

G

The Cop Skateboard Park

Purpose-built concrete facility for skateboarding, BMX, and scooters located within the recreation area near the river.

H

Countess of Chester Country Park

Features 40 hectares of wetlands, meadows, and woodlands, including the 'Fallen Heroes' memorial and a network of accessible paths.

I

King George Playing Fields

Large recreational area featuring multiple sports pitches and open space for outdoor activities near the River Dee.

J

Dicksons Drive Field

Local community green space used for informal recreation and outdoor sports.

K

Lime Wood Fields

Community park offering sports pitches, a children’s play area, and open grassland for walking.

L

The Narrows Community Park

Urban green space developed on a former railway line, providing a pedestrian link and wildlife habitat.

M

Alexandra Park

Traditional park in Hoole featuring a bowling green, tennis courts, and a children's play area.

N

Upton Cockpit

Historic site and former cockfighting arena, now preserved as a circular green space within a residential area.

O

Northgate Ponds

Nature area created from former clay pits, featuring ponds and habitats for local birdlife and amphibians.

P

Coronation Recreation Ground

Established to commemorate the 1953 coronation, this site provides football pitches and recreational space.

Q

Wealstone Park

Large community park in Upton featuring a pavilion, play equipment, and extensive sports facilities.

R

Shot Tower Garden

Small landscaped area situated adjacent to Chester's historic Grade II* listed Lead Shot Tower.

S

Joshs jumps

Specialized dirt track designed for BMX and mountain bike jumps.

T

Duke's Manor

Local playground and green space serving the residential community near the Shropshire Union Canal.

U

Upton-by-Chester Playground

Modern children's play facility located within the larger Wealstone Park recreational area.

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