Hagley Park. Christchurch. New Zealand.
S 43° 31.960 E 172° 37.100
59G E 630763 N 5178758
Hagley Park is a focal point for the city of Christchurch and has been since as far back as the 1850’s. It’s a central city park on a grand scale, a beautiful sight all year round but especially so during autumn and as the flowers blossom in spring.
Waymark Code: WM8C8G
Location: South Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 03/10/2010
Views: 11
At 160 hectares, Hagley Park is one of the largest inner city parks in the world.
This English inspired park was gifted to the people of Christchurch in the 1850s. It is renowned for its extensive area of 165 hectares (407 acres), its wide-open spaces and mature woodlands.
A popular local recreation ground, activities in the park include rugby, cricket, tennis, netball, jogging, cycling and golf.
The park's two lakes are popular with model boat enthusiasts, whilst others enjoy punting and canoeing on the Avon River.
Bordered by the Botanic Gardens, Hagley Park is also known for its beautiful walkways - bordered by towering trees and bright blooms.
In Spring the daffodils and cherry blossoms in Hagley Park are a well-known tourist attraction.
Name: Hagley Park.
Street Location: Riccarton Avenue runs through the centre of the Park.
Local Municipality: Christchurch.
State/Province, etc.: Canterbury.
Country: New Zealand.
Web Site: [Web Link]
Memorial/Commemoration: Named after Lord Lyttelton's home Hagley Hall
Date Established: 1850.
Recreational Facilities:
Punting in the Park, Walking paths, jogging trails, sports facilities, cycle tracks. For running enthusiasts the North Hagley perimeter is 4.5km whilst the South Hagley perimeter 3.7km. There is a 17-station fitness circuit along the perimeter track of No
Ponds/Lakes/Streams/Rivers/Beach: The Avon River runs through the park.
Special Events: The park hosts a vast range of public events including national and local sports, televised concerts, shows and community days.
Traditional Geocaches:
There are several geocaches in the park including multis and puzzles
Picnic Facilities: Not listed
Monuments/Statues: Not listed
Art (murals/sculpture, etc.): Not listed
Fountains: Not listed
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