32 Westburn Terrace, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. Walter Park, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. Hagley Park. Hagley Park is the largest urban open space (164.637 hectares)[1] in Christchurch, New Zealand, and was created in 1855 by the Provincial Government. According to the government's decree at that time, Hagley Park is "reserved forever as a public park, and shall be open for the recreation and enjoyment of the public. "[citation needed] Hagley Park is characterised by its trees and broad open spaces. Hagley Park was named after the country estate of Lord Lyttelton, who became chairman of the Canterbury Association in March 1850.[2] Location[edit] To the north and northeast, the natural path of the Avon River bounds the park.
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens (21.14 hectares) are located within this loop and frequent bridges provide connections. The Canterbury Museum and Christ's College are the two other land uses that take up the balance of the land within the river's loop. Two major avenues subdivide the park into three units. Usage[edit] References[edit] External links[edit] HagleyParkMap-popularparks.pdf (application/pdf Object)