Calderstones Park
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Location
Calderstones Park is in the district of Allerton. The boundaries of Calderstones Park (L18 3JD) are Calderstones Road (off Menlove Avenue), Allerton Road, Harthill Road and Yew Tree Road. There are car parks off Yew Tree Road and Calderstones Road.
Park Features
Built in 1828 the Mansion House is described in the Liverpool Heritage Bureau 'Buildings of Liverpool' as 'asymmetrical and of two storeys in the Georgian tradition'. Today it is no longer a private house (see 'History') and contains offices of the Council, including the Housing Market Renewal Initiative and City Safe. The cafe (picture below) is a popular place to pop into for refreshments or a meal and the building also has public toilets at one side.
The Stable Block, Coach House Gallery and Lancastrian Barn
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Children's Playground
The Children's Playground was opened in June 2000 by Sir Paul McCartney, and dedicated to the late Linda McCartney.
The Allerton Oak
One of the park's two most ancient features, estimated at 1,000 years old, according to legend the ancient `Hundred court' sat beneath its branches.
The Pineatum
Comprises mature specimens and a unique collection of dwarf conifers presented to the City by the Government of (then) West Germany.
Ornamental Gardens
Situated at the centre of the park, this area comprises of three stlyles of gardens, one of ehich is the a Flower Garden. Originally a rose garden, it now provides a quiet area where visitors can absorb the scents and beauty of traditional planting schemes. The other two gardens are the Old English Garden and the Japanese Garden.
Situated in the Ornamental Gardens, this glasshouse displays examples from the city's temperate and tropical Botanical collections.
The Herbaceous Border
The largest and boldest hebaceous border in the city, providing a stunning summer display.
The Rhododendron Walk
An amazing and unique display of Rhododendrons with some unnamed species collected by Kingdon Ward.
The Ha Ha
Situated in front of the Mansion House, this is evidence of the use of the land beyond as a grazing area.
The Rose Garden
Rose beds that are overlooked by the Camellia Veranda, which is open to the public each afternoon.
The Neolithic Calderstones
Situated in the Vestibule for protection, these stones are neolithic relics of an ancient monument.
The Text Garden
Part of the Artranspennine 98 contemporary art exhibition, planted in yew and box which are intended to become a giant word puzzle as they gain height.
The Bog Garden
Originally a natural pond, provided a dumping ground for blitz debris. In 1955 the newly developed garden was opened. The area provides an interesting and valuable habitat for aquatic plants and animals.
There are also some very important tree specimens planted throughout the park and there is an informative guide highlighting some of these most interesting subjects.
Working with The Mersey Forest some 2,000,000 bluebells have been planted by local children on woodland fringes including the Bluebell area in the park. This forms part of the Bluebell Recovery Project.
The Tennis Courts
The Tennis Courts continue to play host to the annual Liverpool Parks Tennis Tournament, one of the biggest open grass tournaments in the north of England.
Cafe and Toilets
At the centre of the park adjoining the Mansion House is the cafe. Also close by are the public toilets including those for the disabled.
Angling
Calderstones Park lake is a popular fishing lake, with several 'pegs' around its perimeter to fish from. Anglers should register with the Council - more information on our Angling page.
Recycling
Comprehensive recycling facilities are located in the main car park.
Access
The main parkland is available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
The Walled Garden at the Park is open 10:am to 5:45pm April to September and 10:00am to 3:45pm October to March. The Walled Garden is closed on Bank Holidays.
Friends of Harthill & Calderstones Park
The Friends group is very active, running regular events, producing a newsletter and contributing towards the facilities in the Park.
For more views of the Park, try visiting this website, which shows 360 degree views of some parts of Calderstones Park