Lister Park

Lister Park is a public park in Bradford featuring botanical gardens, a boating lake, walking paths, and Cartwright Hall art gallery and museum. The grounds extend across multiple sections, each with distinct plantings and facilities.

Samuel Lister transferred his family estate to Bradford Corporation in 1870, converting the private grounds into a public green space for residents. This transfer created one of the city's most significant open areas.

The Mughal gardens feature water channels and fountains arranged in geometric patterns, reflecting the cultural influences that shaped the local area. This design remains a visible part of how visitors experience the park today.

The park offers tennis courts, a children's playground, public toilets, parking, and a café for refreshments. Wear sturdy shoes and prepare for changing weather depending on the season.

The botanical gardens display every family of British flora within a single collection. A geological trail runs through the grounds showing different rock types found locally.

Location: Bradford

Inception: 1870

GPS coordinates: 53.81310,-1.77250

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:43