Stanton Park
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Lydiard Park is a beautiful historic parkland on the western edge of
Swindon. The Palladian house, walled garden, parkland and children's
play area offer something for everyone, all year round. With a programme
of special events and the changing nature of the seasons, there's
always something new to enjoy on a visit here. Stanton Park is a 74-hectare country park and Local Nature Reserve a few minutes drive away from the centre of Swindon. It features extensive woodland and a large lake. The Park also contains a Scheduled Ancient Monument- the site of a Roman Villa (although there are no visible remains). It is the holder of a Green Flag award, which describes it as an 'inspiring and largely unspoiled example of a country park'. Nature Reserve status was also acquired for 36 hectares of the park that includes the lake, woodland and grassland. Stanton Park is wholly owned by Swindon Borough Council. The Council's Ranger Team manages the park with the help of the Volunteer Rangers and other interested groups. The park provides an exceptionally wide range of habitats, such as:
These habitats are home to a correspondingly large variety of life, including:
Facilities
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