Saltwell Park leaflet a5 SPD - Newcastle Gateshead

Saltwell Park leaflet a5 SPD 8/19/05 11:34 AM Page 3
Getting about
The following guide gives a brief introduction to the
many features within the Park
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8 The Dene
The Dene, a woodland valley, was created to
provide a multi-sensory experience in the Park.
The stream has been restored with pools,
cascades and a lily pond.
11 Education Centre
The original Stable Block behind Saltwell Towers
is now an education area for use by schools,
colleges and community groups.
12 South Park
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South Park is designed to reflect a ‘Capability
Brown’ style area of open parkland decorated
with clumps of trees.
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13 The Maze
William Wailes built the maze for his own
family and is still enjoyed today by adults and
children.The original plan for the maze was
found and the hedges replanted to reflect the
original design.
14 Octagonal Garden
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The lawned area behind the Towers hosts
open-air performances.
15 South Dene Nursery
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Public sports facilities
The Park’s tennis and basketball facilities are
free of charge all year round.
The Nursery is run by South Dene Allotment
Association and is open to the public for the
purchase of plants and gardening supplies.
16 The Grove
2 The Broadwalk & Northern Fields
The Northern Fields is the main area for picnics
and events and the Broadwalk for flower displays.
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Almond Pavilion Refreshment House
The Almond Pavilion has been restored to
replicate the original appearance of the 1881
building. It houses a new summer season
refreshment kiosk and toilet facilities.
The Lake
The lake is a refuge for wildlife. Public boating on the
Lake takes place throughout the summer months.
5 Play areas
Children from toddler age upwards have two
play areas to enjoy.
6 The bowling greens
The Park hosts three popular bowling greens with
the historic Avenue Green Pavilion a focal point.
7 The Rose Garden
The rose garden provides a peaceful haven in
the heart of the Park.
9 Saltwell Towers
Saltwell Towers was the mansion house of
William Wailes and is an eclectic mix of Gothic,
Elizabethan and French styles, creating a fairy tale
castle effect. It houses a visitors’ centre and café
and also hosts evening events.
10 Animal House
A new animal house has been constructed to
house domestic animals and two historic
aviaries have been restored.
The Grove houses a loggia shelter for seating and
the Park’s bandstand. During the summer the
bandstand hosts a programme of band concerts
on Sunday afternoons.
17 Car and coach park
A car and coach park is accessed from Joicey
Road. It is monitored by a CCTV system which
also extends into the Park.
T Toilets
Public toilets are available in the Park.There is
disabled access and facilities at each location.