Norwood Grove SW16 - Croydon

A C19 estate developed as an early C20 public park following purchase by an Acquisition Committee set up by local residents concerned about the site’s loss to development; opened by the Prince of Wales in 1926. Numerous surviving C19 and early C20 features reflect both private and public development phases. Reduced maintenance has accelerated deterioration of multiple distinctive elements of the designed landscape are in very poor condition, including the fire-damaged stables/outbuildings. A strategy is needed for investment to conserve and restore key features and ensure improved maintenance.

Site Details

Designated Site Name:

Norwood Grove

Heritage Category:

Registered Park and Garden grade II

List Entry Number:

1000823

Local Planning Authority:

Croydon

Site Type:

Gardens parks and urban spaces > Park

Location

County:

Greater London

District / Borough:

Croydon / Lambeth

Parliamentary Constituency:

Streatham and Croydon North

Region:

London and South East

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Park and garden

Condition:

Generally unsatisfactory with major localised problems

Vulnerability:

Medium

Trend:

Declining

Ownership:

Local authority, multiple owners

Designation:

Registered Park and Garden grade II, part in LB grade II, part in RPG grade II, 2 CAs