Historic Description of Regent's Park
An historic description of Regent's Park, a Public or Royal Park in Regent's Park, England.
Regent’s Park is situated in the north-west of London, in the parish of Marylebone. It comprises about 450 acres. In the reign of Elizabeth I the site was occupied by a royal hunting-ground, called Marylebone Park. The present name of the park, like that of Regent Street, is derived from the office of regent, held by George IV when he was Prince of Wales, during which period it was planned, although it was only opened to the public in 1838.
A considerable portion of the ground is occupied by the Zoological Gardens, which is situated on the north of the park, and the Royal Botanic Gardens which occupy its inner circle. The park was laid out by John Nash, and although its size gave great opportunities, and its trees and ornamental water features of beauty, its style was not commended by critics.
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