Pontypool Park

Pontypool Park, Torfaen

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The 150-acre Pontypool Park is located in Torfaen, Wales. It was formerly the estate grounds of Pontypool House. The park was laid out in the 17th century by the ironmaster, John Hanbury. The park has several features to offer visitors, including a Tennis court, Bowling green, and a children's play area.

150-acre landscape park

Pontypool Park is a large park situated on the east side of Pontypool town centre. It extends for about 150 acres and contains a pond, woodland, a children's play area, and public toilets. The park features footpaths that lead to the Brecon Beacons National Park and Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.

Tennis courts

Two tennis courts at Pontypool Park are set to receive a £16,000 refurbishment, thanks to a grant from the Torfaen Sports Development Tennis Focus Sports Programme. The team is currently working to install gated technology at the park's tennis courts, and they hope to have the work finished by the end of October.

Children's play area

Pontypool Park is a 150-acre park in Torfaen, Wales. It was once the grounds of Pontypool House, and was laid out in the seventeenth century by John Hanbury, an iron master associated with the manufacture of Japan ware. The park is open to the public, and is an excellent place for children to play.

Bowling green

The Bowling Green at Pontypool Park is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon or evening. The park is 150 acres in Torfaen, Wales and was once the grounds of Pontypool House. In the 17th century, John Hanbury, an ironmaster associated with Japanware, laid out the park.

Schools

There are a number of schools in and around Pontypool Park. The Roman Catholic St Alban's RC High School serves students in grades eleven to sixteen. It is located in a building designed by Inigo Jones. In addition to offering a wide range of academic programs, St Alban's is known for its success in sports and drama.

Shell Grotto

The Shell Grotto in Pontypool Park was built during the 18th century as a hunting lodge. The grotto's restoration was a joint effort of Davies Sutton Architecture and Monmouth-based builder Nick Barter. The restoration was a delicate process, and the interior was in a sorry state.

Folly Tower

Folly Tower Pontypool Park is an 18th century tower and a must-see attraction in Torfaen, Wales. The park covers 150 acres, and was once the grounds of Pontypool House. The park's design was created by John Hanbury, a 17th century ironmaster associated with the production of Japanware.

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