Curzon Park

Curzon Park
This article refers to a suburb of Chester in Cheshire. For the development in Birmingham, see Curzon Park, Birmingham.
Curzon Park as seen from the famous Grosvenor Bridge spanning the River Dee. Photo taken in Spring at high tide.
The same view of Curzon Park, taken in Summer at low tide.
View across the Roodee to Curzon Park on the South bank of the River Dee.

The Chester suburb of Curzon Park is a highly attractive residential area South of the River Dee situated within easy walking distance of the ancient Roman and medieval city walls, just across the famous Grosvenor Bridge. Part of the Curzon & Westminster Ward, the Curzon Park area is well known for having some of the city's largest and most prestigious residences. Many large mansions and other attractive dwellings lie within its oval boundaries. The suburb has its own dedicated residents' association.[1] Curzon Park is also home to Curzon Park Abbey and Chester Golf Club.

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Politics

Local Government

Curzon park forms part of the Cheshire West and Chester council area.

British Parliament

Curzon Park is in the City of Chester parliamentary constituency and is represented by Stephen Mosley, who has held the seat since the May 2010 General Election.

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Coordinates: 53°10′59″N 2°54′10″W / 53.18306°N 2.90278°W / 53.18306; -2.90278


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