Black Country Rabbit #1 Traditional Cache
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Black Country Rabbit #1
This cache can be found within the grounds of Willenhall Memorial
Park, and you are looking for a magnetic nano.
The Park is an attractive urban space situated on the northern
fringes of the Black Country. Created out of the spoil heaps of a
former colliery it is a fine example of a successful early derelict
land reclamation. The Park was conceived as a memorial to those who
lost their lives in the Great War and much of the design and work
was carried out by local unemployed ex-servicemen. The Park's hey
day was probably in the mid-20th Century when its leafy spaces
echoed to the sound of tea dances, birdsong, and local brass
bands.
The period of decline, which followed during the 1980's and 90's,
was halted by the formation of the Friends of Willenhall Memorial
Park who - with the help of Walsall Council's Local Involvement
Programme formulated plans to restore the Park to its former
glory.
A successful £1.2m Heritage Lottery bid resulted in an ambitious
programme of improvements, guided by a Restoration Plan.
The key features of the restoration project are: conservation of
the Park's heritage features; creation of brand new facilities
including a bandstand and pavilion, skate park & games area,
conservation area: and the involvement of the Friends Group and
local community. The Park is maintained to a high standard by a
small but dedicated team of gardeners. There are two Park Rangers
who are working hard to ensure the safety and enjoyment of
visitors.
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
N erfgvat cynpr sbe gubfr jub jbhyq,
Arire jvfu gb 'frr' gur onaq
Ernpu haqrearngu naq lbh jvyy svaq,
Gur pnpur vf rnfvyl ng unaq.
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