Pulham at Worth Park

Allen Scott

A 1950s ‘new town’, Crawley is often derided for its lack of heritage. Following research it conducted, Crawley Council (CBC) became aware that Worth Park was an original James Pulham and Sons design, containing remnants of many features.The project aimed to restore the near-derelict legacy within an improved setting, as well as improving the amenity value of the wider neglected park, substantially smaller than its original form.Allen Scott led the project, developing and guiding the restoration through HLF and LI design stages, working with the friends, county archaeologist, CBC and experienced craftspeople experienced in restoration.The two most challenging problems were the restoration of the main fountain, which had not worked for 70 years, and the geologically correct re-building of the Pulham scenic rockery.An overgrown, indistinct local park has become one of national interest. Major vegetation clearance coupled with significant ornamental and native planting have improved biodiversity, as shown by ecological monitoring.

Overview

Location

Location 

Crawley, West Sussex

Category

Parks and gardens

Landscape Architect

Allen Scott

Client

Crawley Borough Council

Brief

To preserve and enhance the Pulham design and Pulhamite features, enhance the heritage value and maximise the park’s amenity value.

Awards

Crawley, West Sussex

Details

Project Team

Landscape practice: Allen Scott; client: Crawley Borough Council; engineer: Waterman Group; quantity surveyor: PT Projects; project management: Glevum Consulting; main contractor: Blakedown Landscapes; specialist crafts: Pulhamite Reconstruction, Alan Bishop Associates; Pulham terracotta fountain restoration: The Fountain Company; camellia walk: Green Oak Carpentry; Pulham advisor: Claude Hitching

Local planning authority or government body

Year Completed

March 2015

Project Size

6.5 ha

Technical's

Planting

Materials

Contractors 

Allen Scott

Approximate Map Location


Location

Crawley, West Sussex

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