Obelisk At North Entrance is a Grade II listed building in the North Devon local planning authority area, England. First listed on 31 August 1988. Obelisk.

Obelisk At North Entrance

WRENN ID: third-arch-auburn
Grade: II
Local Planning Authority: North Devon
Country: England
Date first listed: 31 August 1988
Type: Obelisk
Source: Historic England listing

Description

BARNSTAPLE

SS5632 ROCK PARK 684-1/5/218 (North side) 31/08/88 Obelisk at north entrance

GV II

Obelisk commemorating the opening of Rock Park. Probably 1879, when the park was opened. Grey granite obelisk with base of polished red granite and pedestal of smooth grey stone. Simple design with pedestal of 3 steps. Square base with shaped inscription panel on north side. Moulded cap from which rises a plain obelisk. Inscription reads: THIS PARK suggested by CHANTER'S GREEN which it joins was presented to his Native Town by WILLIAM FREDERICK ROCK August 12th 1879. Wm Avery Esqr. Mayor. It is hoped the public will protect what is intended for public enjoyment. HISTORICAL NOTE: Rock Park was laid out by RD Gould. (Gardiner WF: Barnstaple, 1837-97: Barnstaple: 1897-: 30, 34).

Listing NGR: SS5608932705

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