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Шаблон:Use dmy dates Шаблон:Infobox park Addington Park is a park situated in Addington in the London Borough of Croydon. The park covers an area of Шаблон:Convert.

History

The park was originally part of the manor of Addington and the area was used by Henry VIII for hunting purposes.[1] The original manor house was replaced in 1768 by Addington Palace and the grounds were laid out by Capability Brown in 1781.[2]

Most of the 24.50 acres which make up the public park were purchased from the owners of the Шаблон:Cvt Addington Palace Estate by Croydon Council in 1930.[1][2] Tennis courts were purchased after World War II.[2]

Transportation

The park is located next to Addington Interchange which is a tram and bus interchange. It is also served by Gravel Hill tram stop

Facilities

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  • Historic landscaping
  • Car parking
  • Cricket and football pitches
  • Tennis courts
  • Children's playground

See also

References

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External links

Шаблон:Green Croydon

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