Victoria Park, Public park and sports venue in West Glasgow, Scotland
Victoria Park is a public park and sports venue on Glasgow's west side with formal gardens and various recreational facilities. The grounds include tennis courts, bowling greens, a model yacht pond, and the notable Fossil Grove with its fossilized tree trunks.
The park was founded in 1887 during Queen Victoria's golden jubilee when the Partick burgh acquired the land. This establishment marked an important moment in the development of public recreation in this part of Glasgow.
The Fossil Grove within the park shows preserved tree trunks from ancient forests that remain visible today. This special place draws people interested in nature and its deep past.
The park has multiple entrances at Westland Drive, Victoria Park Drive North, and Balshagray Avenue, making it easy to enter and exit. Proximity to Hyndland rail station makes public transport access convenient.
The Jubilee Gates at Victoria Park North Drive display the Partick coat of arms and were funded by the Ladies of Partick. These decorative gates mark the connection between the local community and the park's creation.
Location: Glasgow City
GPS coordinates: 55.87650,-4.33371
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
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