The Arboretum, Nottingham

Arboretum is a residential area of the City of Nottingham in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. The arboretum from which the neighbourhood takes its name was the first designated public park in Nottingham selected under the authority of the Enclosure Act 1845.

The lake in Nottingham's arboretum

Samuel Curtis oversaw the design of the park at a cost of £6,554 7s. 10d. In 1850 and on 11 May 1852, the park was officially opened in the presence of approximately 15,000 people. [1]

The park was designed as a botanical collection and as a tranquil place in which to relax, forming a major attraction in the heart of Victorian Nottingham. The Arboretum has become one of Nottingham's 'green lungs' and is a Green Flag-winning haven for everyone to enjoy. It is the city's oldest public park and also the closest park to the city centre.

There are many functions held at The Arboretum including the annual Nottingham Pride festival.

English Heritage has designated the site Grade II status on the Register of Historic Parks & Gardens and the park's Bell Tower, bandstand and Circular Aviary have all received Grade II listing protection.

External links

• Official Website
• Unofficial Arboretum Website from the Head Gardener of the Arboretum
• Image Gallery
• Photographs of Nottingham Arboretum from Nottingham21
• Nottingham Arboretum - a short photo tour by a local visitor

Coordinates: 52°57′40″N 1°09′25″W / 52.961°N 1.157°W / 52.961; -1.157

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