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Park Life Quiz

by Colne Life magazine

OW’ MUCH D’YA KNOW ABOUT OUR LOCAL PARKS?

Alkincoats Park

  1. What is the name of the wealthy family that originally owned the estate where Alkincoats Park is now located?
  2. Which prestigious award did Alkincoats Park receive in 2009?
  3. In which decade was Alkincoats Hall demolished?
  4. What 10th-century relic was discovered under Alkincoats Hall and is currently on display in Colne Library?

Ballgrove Park

  1. On the floodplain of which river is Ballgrove Park situated?
  2. Ballgrove Park was once home to one of the largest what in Europe?
  3. Which long-distance walking path passes through Ballgrove Park?
  4. Who was the owner of the mill that once stood on the site of Ballgrove Park?

Barrowford Memorial Park

  1. Which war was originally commemorated in Barrowford Memorial Park?
  2. In which decade was Barrowford Memorial Park established?
  3. How did the two industrialists, who are credited with creating Barrowford Memorial Park, make their fortunes?
  4. Which river flows through Barrowford Memorial Park?

Greenfield Road Nature Reserve

  1. What are the stepping stones in Greenfield Road Nature Reserve called?
  2. Which two rivers flow through Greenfield Road Nature Reserve?
  3. Which greenway passes through Greenfield Road Nature Reserve?
  4. Which reservoir can be accessed via a walk through Greenfield Road Nature Reserve?

King George V Playground

  1. On which road is King George V Playground located?
  2. What is another name for King George V Playground?
  3. In which century was King George V Playground opened?
  4. Which animals are featured at the entrance to King George V Playground?

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