North Lodge Philips Park
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North Lodge Philips Park
Image: © Dennis Turner Taken: 28 Oct 2005
Main vehicular entrance to the 200 hectare Prestwich Forest park. Philips park was the home of the Philips family http://www.bleasdales.eclipse.co.uk/prestwichguide/where/history/park.htm from the late 18th century until 1948. The north lodge was built from the remains of Outwood Lodge which was demolished towards the end of the 19th century. Further information on Prestwich Forest Park: http://www.bury.gov.uk/leisureandculture/parksandrecreation/prestwichforestpark+.asp
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Image Location
Latitude
53.537659
Longitude
-2.30475