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PARKS AND WALKS
RIVER SEVERN
On its journey from Plinlymon in the Welsh mountains. the River Severn passes
through the heart of Worcester. Throughout the history of man the river has
supplied trade routes, water and food for local inhabitants. Today the river
corridor is a special wildlife site, with wetland meadows joining to form
fantastic views in a rural setting.
Just a short walk from the high street there
are picturesque walks, long and short. The Severn Way footpath follows the
river, on its way from source to sea, and runs from Hallow at the northern
boundary of the city to Toposcope in the south. Worcester is proud to have
its own Swan Sanctuary, a section of river dedicated to the swans, which are
cared for by dedicated volunteers. Boat trips run on a regular basis, or for
the more energetic, rowing and motor boats are available for hire.
Worcester Racecourse is situated at Pitchcroft,
north of the river bridge with riverbanks excellent for fishing.
Opposite Worcester Cathedral lies a medieval meadow, traditionally cut
for hay in the summer and grazed with cattle until autumn. This open
access site has provided hay for the monastery and local dwellers since
before records began. The result is a meadow, flooded in the winter,
to create beautiful bloom of wildflowers and a home to dragonflies,
butterflies and birds. Volunteer helpers and careful management has
made a site well worth a visit.
CRIPPLEGATE PARK
At Cripplegate Park you can picnic amongst the spectacular flower displays,
take a break from shopping or take part in one of the sports on offer. There
are four bowling greens that are available for hire. If you've not bowled
before then one of the regular bowlers will be sure to offer you some help
and advice on getting started. If you enjoy a game of tennis, the park has
courts available for hire throughout the year. For the children there is a
fully equipped play area with a very different climbing frame to keep them
amused. In the summer you can sit by the fountain and you might be lucky enough
to catch some of the regular entertainment that goes on.
GHELUVELT PARK
It appears to be the typical English park, Gheluvelt however has so many stories
to tell. The park was once private gardens and part of a water treatment works
but the transformation has been so complete you would have to search to find
any trace. The park has a lovely pond, home to many ducks and the occasional
swan which the children love to feed. At the centre of the pond there is an
island and atop the Gheluvelt bandstand, where you ean hear all sorts of music
throughout the summer. As the park rolls on down to the Severn there are fine
views up and down the river, where you can watch the boats moving on their
journeys past the end of the Barbourne Brook. If you follow the brook back
you pass the remains of the old water tower. Here a water wheel used to turn
to power a pump which drew water from the river for the people of Worcester.
At the top of the park you can see the memorial to the soldiers of the Worcester
Regiment who fought in the Battle of Gheluvelt, after which the park is now
named. In the Summer probably the most delightful feature, as generations
of children have discovered, is the free paddling pool. There is also a fully
equipped play area in the park and in the summer an ice cream van regularly
visits.
FORT ROYAL PARK
The park to visit if you do really want to see the city, perched high on the
London Road the park has commanding views over the city. The park is also
the one stop any aficionados of the Civil War must make. Here you can see
the remains of the Cromwellian siege works and the route down to the Commandery
buildings, which now house the Civil War Museum.
WORCESTER'S PARKS
These are just some of the parks that you might like to visit, there are of
course more and there is often an event going on so its worth asking at the
Tourist Information Office for the latest information.
FURTHER AFIELD
THE SEVERN WAY WALK
Beautiful scenery. Wonderful wildlife. Fascinating
industrial heritage. Comfortable riverside walking. Waymarked route. Historic
villages, towns and cities. Welcoming places to eat, drink and stay.
PARKS AND WALKS
On its journey from Plinlymon in the Welsh mountains. the River Severn passes through the heart of Worcester. Throughout the history of man the river has supplied trade routes, water and food for local inhabitants. Today the river corridor is a special wildlife site, with wetland meadows joining to form fantastic views in a rural setting.
Opposite Worcester Cathedral lies a medieval meadow, traditionally cut for hay in the summer and grazed with cattle until autumn. This open access site has provided hay for the monastery and local dwellers since before records began. The result is a meadow, flooded in the winter, to create beautiful bloom of wildflowers and a home to dragonflies, butterflies and birds. Volunteer helpers and careful management has made a site well worth a visit.
At Cripplegate Park you can picnic amongst the spectacular flower displays, take a break from shopping or take part in one of the sports on offer. There are four bowling greens that are available for hire. If you've not bowled before then one of the regular bowlers will be sure to offer you some help and advice on getting started. If you enjoy a game of tennis, the park has courts available for hire throughout the year. For the children there is a fully equipped play area with a very different climbing frame to keep them amused. In the summer you can sit by the fountain and you might be lucky enough to catch some of the regular entertainment that goes on.
It appears to be the typical English park, Gheluvelt however has so many stories to tell. The park was once private gardens and part of a water treatment works but the transformation has been so complete you would have to search to find any trace. The park has a lovely pond, home to many ducks and the occasional swan which the children love to feed. At the centre of the pond there is an island and atop the Gheluvelt bandstand, where you ean hear all sorts of music throughout the summer. As the park rolls on down to the Severn there are fine views up and down the river, where you can watch the boats moving on their journeys past the end of the Barbourne Brook. If you follow the brook back you pass the remains of the old water tower. Here a water wheel used to turn to power a pump which drew water from the river for the people of Worcester. At the top of the park you can see the memorial to the soldiers of the Worcester Regiment who fought in the Battle of Gheluvelt, after which the park is now named. In the Summer probably the most delightful feature, as generations of children have discovered, is the free paddling pool. There is also a fully equipped play area in the park and in the summer an ice cream van regularly visits.
The park to visit if you do really want to see the city, perched high on the London Road the park has commanding views over the city. The park is also the one stop any aficionados of the Civil War must make. Here you can see the remains of the Cromwellian siege works and the route down to the Commandery buildings, which now house the Civil War Museum.
These are just some of the parks that you might like to visit, there are of course more and there is often an event going on so its worth asking at the Tourist Information Office for the latest information.