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Wickham Park in Manchester CT ~ Yankee Magazine's "Best Garden and Picnic Park"

Wickham Park in Manchester CT was named "Best Garden and Picnic Park" by Yankee Magazine!

Wickham Park

 

My favorite park in the state was selected by Yankee Magazine as the "Best Garden and Picnic Spot!"  I have always thought that Wickham Park was the best-kept secret, but the word is out now. 

 

With around 250 acres of expansive lawn, specialty gardens, walking paths, picnic areas, a bird sanctuary, and a new sensory garden, the park is a respite from everyday stresses.

 

Each year, the dedicated staff of Wickham Park painstakingly Wickham Parktends to the gardens and plans for new gardens and rejuvenation.  Over the past few decades, they have added a wetlands garden with decking for walking, the new sensory garden, a rose garden, an English garden surrounding a gazebo for weddings, a reception area for catered weddings, a disc golf course, a fitness trail, and many other improvements.  There is also plenty of space for picnics, volleyball, tennis, baseball, and children's playgrounds.

Wickham Park

 

 

This year is the 50th anniversary of Wickham Park which was left in trust by Clarence and Edith Wickham.  We are lucky to have this beautiful park.  If you have never been to Wickham Park, you must see it for yourself.  It's no wonder that Yankee Magazine named it "Best Garden and Picnic Spot!"

 

For directions, hours, and other information, visit Wickham Park online.

 

 

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Peggy Chirico, REALTOR®
Serving the Greater Hartford Area
Prudential CT Realty
peggychirico@gmail.com

860-748-8900

If you are buying or selling a home in Hartford County or Tolland County, please call me, email me, or visit my website.  I would be happy to help you with your home search or provide a market analysis for your home.

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WICKHAM PARK IN MANCHESTER, CT IS OPEN!

Wickham Park in Manchester CT

 

Wickham Park in Manchester, CT is open for the season! April 3rd was opening day for Wickham Park, and what a glorious day it was!  Wickham Park has to be one of the most beautiful parks in the world, and it's right in our backyard on the Manchester/East Hartford town line.



The original park of 130 acres was the Wickham family estate and was known as the Pines. When Clarence Wickham's widow, Edith died in 1960, the estate was designated as a park which officially opened on July 1, 1961.

 

 

Wickham Park in Manchester CT

 

 

Over the years, through other donations and land acquisitions, the Wickham Park has grown to 250 acres.  Most of the park's maintenance is taken care of by a trust fund established by the Wickham Family, but some of the expenses are offset by fees and donations.

 

 

 

 


Wickham Park in Manchester CT

 

 

Major attractions of Wickham Park include:

  • Bird Sanctuary
  • The Aviary
  • Gardens
  • Disc Golf and Sports Facilities
  • Tennis
  • Picnic Areas
  • Playgrounds
  • Nature Center

 

 

 

 

Wickham Park in Manchester CT

Wickham Park was always a favorite spot for taking wedding pictures, but with the addition of a gazebo, rose walk, and outdoor tent area for catered events, Wickham Park is now a sought-after location for weddings.

The park is open during the season seven days a week.  Parking is $3 per car on Monday and Tuesday; $4 on Wednesday through Friday; and $5 on weekends and holidays. Of course, you can walk in or ride your bike in for free.

Whether you are planning a picnic, wedding, or volleyball game, or just looking for a place to sit, stroll, and enjoy nature, Wickham Park is the perfect spot.  For additional information on activities, hours, parking fees, or reservations, visit their website

 

 

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Peggy Chirico, REALTOR®
Serving the Greater Hartford Area
Prudential CT Realty
peggychirico@gmail.com

860-748-8900

If you are buying or selling a home in Hartford County or Tolland County, please call me, email me, or visit my website.  I would be happy to help you with your home search or provide a market analysis for your home.

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