Stanley Park is a hidden gem offering serene green spaces, wildlife habitats, and walking trails. This beautifully landscaped park is perfect for picnics, dog walks, and enjoying nature in the heart of Gosport.

Facts:

1. The park was named after Lord Stanley, a former First Lord of the Admiralty.
2. It contains a range of native trees, including some over 150 years old.
3. Wildlife enthusiasts can spot birds like woodpeckers and sparrowhawks.
4. An old bandstand once stood in the park, hosting local concerts.
5. It was originally part of Lord Ashburton’s private grounds (1842). Now The Kings Academy Bay House.
6. A buried time capsule from the 1990s lies beneath one of the park’s sculptures.
7. Brick kilns were once seen in this area, and local clay was used to manufacture bricks for the local fortifications.

Visitor Information:
Address: 62 Gomer Lane, Gosport, PO12 2QN
Parking: Street parking on Gomer Lane.

Also nearby:
Stokes Bay beach and The Diving Museum

More information:
Stanley Park – Gosport Borough Council
Friends of Stanley Park