Northumberland Park, North Shields
Public park in the UK
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Northumberland Park is a public park in North Shields, United Kingdom.[2] The park has multiple facilities, including a herb garden, a pet cemetery and two outdoor bowling clubs.[3]
| Northumberland Park | |
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Pond in Northumberland Park in 2022 | |
 Interactive map of Northumberland Park | |
| Type | Urban park |
| Location | North Shields, United Kingdom |
| Coordinates | 55.0168°N 1.435°W |
| Area | 12 ha (30 acres)[1] |
| Opening | 11 August 1885 |
| Status | Open all year |
History
The idea for the park was conceived during the Long Depression in the 1880s by a local alderman to provide work for unemployed shipbuilders. The 6th Duke of Northumberland donated the land, and in December 1884 construction began. On 11 August 1885,[4] the park was opened by the Duke, who planted a Turkey oak that still survives.[5]
In 1949, a pet cemetery was added to the park after request from the RSPCA. The cemetery has been filled and counts more than 200 headstones.[3]
In 2015, the park was reopened after a large renovation. During the renovation remains of medieval buildings were found.[6] An archaeological dig had previously succeeded in finding remains of a medieval hospital at the site.[7][8]
