Langley Park historic landscape project

Azalea in Langley Park

Langley Park lies in south Buckinghamshire in the parish of Wexham. It is made up of the historic Langley Park, Black Park and the adjoining Rowley Farm.

We are working with partners on:

Management and conservation
Improving access and recreational opportunities
Better understanding of the park's history

Awarded just under £2 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund for the project, work started early in 2008.

Why the estate is important:

Dates back to soon after the Norman Conquest
Evidence of banks and ditches from a medieval deer park
Landscape patterns consistent with the 17th century and including elements from the 18th century
Influence of 'Capability' Brown
Associations with Windsor / view to Windsor Castle
Victorian plant collections
Period Rhododendron collection
Rare turbine driven Rowley Farm Mill
Designations of local and national importance
Landscape, archaeological and ecological interest
Public access via country parks and the rights of way network

These pages give information on the history, archaeology, wildlife and key features of the estate, together with some ideas for the future, as well as a list of frequently asked questions about the current project.

Latest information on what's happening in Langley Park

The restoration to the lake is well underway with 60% of the new timber edging in place, and reinstatement of the grassy banks will be done when the weather improves in the spring.
More benches will be installed by the lake edge once the major works to the lake are complete.
The new visitor centre external walls and roof are nearly complete, with internal walls currently being installed. Landscaping works surrounding the new centre is planned for the end of April when building work is complete.
New interpretation and map boards will be installed soon.
The restoration of the Temple Base has now begun.
The restoration of the car park will take place during the spring. This will be done in two stages, allowing public access throughout its restoration.
A public event to celebrate the opening of the new visitor centre and the completion of the restoration works will be taking place on Sunday 25th July 2010. All welcome.