Parks and Gardens of special historic interest are contained in a register compiled and maintained by English Heritage. These are parks and gardens which by reason of their historic layout, features and architectural ornaments are of special interest and an essential part of the nation's heritage. Entries are graded I, II* (II star), or II.
As yet these listed parks and gardens do not have legal protection comparable to that which applies to listed buildings, but the Council must consult interested expert parties on planning applications affecting them.
There are six entries which relate to sites in the city, all of which are Grade II:
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ABBEY PARK
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BELGRAVE HALL GARDENS
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NEW WALK
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SAFFRON HILL CEMETERY
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VICTORIA PARK
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WELFORD ROAD CEMETERY
For further information on Historic Parks and Gardens, please contact our Conservation Team .
The government body responsible for compiling the Register is:
English Heritage
Customer Services Department
PO Box 569
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN2 2YP
Web site: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/
