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November 2004
Designed by
Edward Milner and opened in 1872, the Arboretum was Lincoln’s first truly
public park. Originally covering around eight hectares, the park expanded
when the designer’s son, Henry Ernest Milner, was commissioned to add a
north-west extension.
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In 1953 a
further small area of garden was also added to commemorate the Queen’s
coronation. Since 1953 the park has remained largely unaltered. A successful
bid to the Urban Parks Programme eventually allowed the council to undertake
extensive refurbishment works, which have recently been completed. Today
the Arboretum is Lincoln’s flagship park, setting the benchmark for the
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Lincoln
bandstand - Listing detail
Maufacturer
: George Smith & Co
Foundry
: Sun Foundry Glasgow
Material
: Cast Iron
Unique
and early example. Baluster Panels from bandstand were used on nearby footbridge.
(Scottish
Ironwork - Bandstands)
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The bandstand
before conservation. The paint had chipped, ornamental sections had broken
off and the zinc roof was coming loose. (EURA)
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As part
of the extensive redevelopment of the arboretum, we surveyed, dismantled,
conserved and restored a wrought iron bandstand, a shelter and various
urns, gates and railings. The result is authentically painted and resistant
enough to last for years to come.
(EURA
, consultants, conservators and contractors for sculpture, garden &
park ornament, architectural decoration, monuments and memorials and most
metal artefacts.)
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Twenty
Good Reasons ... To Live In Lincoln
...The recently
restored Lincoln Arboretum is another addition to the city's list of attractions.
After a 3 million pound revamp, the park has been restored to its former
glory. Once a space where concerts and parades would be held, the fine
bandstand has been restored and there are new gardens and footpaths. Just
the spot for a Sunday afternoon stroll...
(City
of Lincoln Council - Twenty Good Reasons ... To Live In ...)
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