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WOODTHORPE GRANGE PARKQUICK LINKS Site FacilitiesPark HistoryEventsDownloadable MapWoodthorpe Grange Park is an impressive large green space that sits on the edge of the city and is well used by the public for both events and informal recreation. Within the park lies The Grange, a 19th century Grade II listed manor house which sits amidst a mix of landscapes and includes formal gardens, green houses, grassland and small wooded areas. An 18 hole pitch and putt course and two football pitches attracts sports enthusiasts whilst the Tropical House, 'sunken garden' with water feature and innovative train sculpture at the entrance to the old railway bridge appeals to visitors from both the city and wider surrounding area. 
The GrangeCurrently home to part of the Leisure & Community Department of Nottingham City Council and not open to the public.The NurseryGreenhouses have been part of the park's make up since its conception in the late 19th century, rebuilt in 1994 they now provide the vast majority of flowers and plants used for Nottingham in Bloom. Tours of the Greenhouse can be arranged with the Nursery Manager 0115 915 0074.The Tropical HouseDating back to the redevelopment of the greenhouses, the Tropical House now holds a variety of plants and trees, including the banana tree, and is open to the public Tuesday through to Sunday.Pitch & PuttOccupying about a quarter of the park space, the 18 hole course plays on a hill slope around the old railway line and provides a challenging but fun alternative to a full course. Open to all, with or without clubs, the course has seen a dramatic turn-around in fortunes since maintenance was received in 2000.
Formal GardensClearly visible from the maps of 1883 the gardens have been lovingly restored to their former glory with traditional designs being mixed with current planting features.Sunken GardensClearly illustrated on maps dating back from the 1900's, steep sided features, possibly containing water, can be clearly seen. These features were redeveloped in 2000 and now contain a water feature to mimic the original characteristics.Old Train LineOpened in 1889 the railway line was created as part of the Nottingham Suburban Railway (NSR) and included Sherwood Station. The last train ran in 1951 following the decline of NSR, now the only remains of the line are in the tunnels throughout the park. The Northern most tunnel has a train sculpture at its entrance to interpret the short lived past of this line.Wildflower/Conservation AreasNew wildflower areas were created in 2003 to improve the conservation value of the park and help provide an important resource for butterflies, insects and associated fauna. Upwards of 1ha of wildflower area has now been created, largely on banked areas that have little or no recreational value.
Park HistoryFor those familiar with local history, the name 'Woodthorpe' does have Saxon overtones, but the site has never seen a settlement of any size other than The Grange itself and a couple of farms.Records show that The Grange was not built until 1874 after the land was bought by Henry Ashwell which was where his family lived until the mid 1890's when it was sold. Following a generous donation from Sir Jesse Boot, the founder of Boots and Co Limited, the house was then bought by Nottingham City Council in 1921. Woodthorpe Park Grange has now been in the ownership of Nottingham City Council for over eighty years and today is home to Nottingham City's Department of Leisure and Community Services, the maintenance depot for the local area's ground maintenance team and the city's nursery section. 
Events For further information on forthcoming events at Woodthorpe Grange Park, please click here (External link to Nottingham City Council What's On Guide)
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 MapClick here to download a map of the parkWoodthorpe Grange Park Woodthorpe Drive NG5 4HA Located on the main A60 Nottingham to Mansfield 2 miles north of the City Centre, Woodthorpe Park Grange sits just within the city boundary. The park is bounded by Mansfield Road to the west and Woodthorpe Drive to the North with residential housing on three sides. Accessed by a local bus network, the park lies in the Mapperley Ward and is at the gateway to the Sherwood Shopping Area and the city as a whole. |
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Football Pitches
Formal Gardens
On Site Parking
Play Area
Public Transport
Pitch & Putt
Sunken Garden
Toilets
Tropical House
Wildlife & Conservation Areas