Robertson Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Robertson Park |
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Pond at the park
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| Location | Renfrew |
| Nearest city | Glasgow |
| Operated by | Renfrewshire Council |
| Open | October 1912 |
| Status | Open |
Robertson Park is a lovely green space in Renfrew, Scotland. It's a place where everyone can enjoy outdoor activities and beautiful gardens. The park is open to the public and is a popular spot for families and friends to spend time outdoors.
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Park History
How Robertson Park Started
Robertson Park has an interesting history! A rich family called the Robertsons gave the land for the park to the town of Renfrew in 1912. They wanted to create a fun, open space for kids and families in Renfrew. The park was named after the Robertson family. It officially opened its gates in October 1912. Today, Renfrewshire Council takes care of the park.
Celebrating 100 Years
In October 2012, the park celebrated a big birthday – 100 years old! To mark this special occasion, a new oak tree was planted. Renfrewshire’s Deputy Provost John Caldwell and a group of local school children were there for the planting ceremony. They even used a special spade! This spade was the same one the Robertson family used to plant the very first tree in the park back in 1912. It was borrowed from the Renfrew Community Museum for the event.
What to Do at the Park
Robertson Park offers many cool things to do and see. You can find something fun for everyone!
- Duck Pond: Watch the ducks swim and play in the park's pond.
- Beautiful Gardens: Explore the colorful floral gardens.
- BMX and Skateboard Park: Practice your tricks at the special areas for BMX bikes and skateboards.
- Sports Courts: Play a game of tennis on the courts. There's also a putting area for golf and a bowling green.
- Sensory Garden: Visit the sensory garden, designed to engage all your senses with different plants and textures.
- Cycle Tracks: Ride your bike on the special tracks.
- Swing Parks: Have fun on the swings and other play equipment.
- Small Animal Enclosure: See some small animals in their special home.
Images for kids
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A peaceful sensory garden
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Cycle tracks winding through the park
