Hadleigh Country Park
Country park in Essex, England
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Hadleigh Country Park is a country park in Hadleigh, Essex, England.[1]
TypeCountry Park
LocationHadleigh, Essex, England
Area152 hectares (380 acres)
OperatedbyEssex County Council
| Hadleigh Country Park | |
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Aerial view of the park | |
 Interactive map of Hadleigh Country Park | |
| Type | Country Park |
| Location | Hadleigh, Essex, England |
| Area | 152 hectares (380 acres) |
| Operated by | Essex County Council |
| Open | All year |
History
The park was formerly called Hadleigh Castle Country Park. The park was conceived in the 1930s but not created until the 1970s.[2] Hadleigh Castle is adjacent but separate and managed by English Heritage.
Facilities
Conservation area
The park incorporates a wetland conservation area and salt marsh that is home to dragonflies.[4][5]
Events
The park was the venue for mountain biking in the 2012 Summer Olympics. There is also stargazing.[6]