GC1P7FD Towneley sculpture trail (Traditional Cache) in North West England, United Kingdom created by grue666

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A cache by grue666 Message this owner

Hidden : 3/28/2009

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This cache is located in the delightful grounds of Towneley Hall. Visiting the grounds is free for everyone and the hall is free for local residents on production of proof of address but charges apply for others. The Hall is open from 12-5pm Saturday to Thursday. Parking is available nearby and is free before 10am or after 5pm.

Towneley was the home of the Towneley family for over 500 years until 1902. The park was opened to the public in June 1902 and in May 1903 the Great Hall and the south wing of the house were opened for a temporary art exhibition.

Immediately adjacent to the hall are gardens and a beautiful wood containing a once delightful sculpture trail. Sadly, over the last two years the wooden sculptures have seriously deteriorated and some have been misappropriated, probably into personal gardens. Many of the sculptures are still identifiable and it is still worth a visit.

You will see plenty of birds during your visit. On the day we placed the cache we saw Great spotted woodpeckers, a tree creeper and heard but did not see a Green Woodpecker.

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