West Smethwick Park, Smethwick - A wonderful open space!

West Smethwick Park is located in West Smethwick, Smethwick in Sandwell, West Midlands. Founded by James T. Change in 1895 for the public. Memorials to James Chance and his brother John.


West Smethwick Park is located on Victoria Road in West Smethwick, Smethwick, Sandwell, West Midlands.

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West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

It is surrounded by Holly Lane to the east, West Park Road to the north and north east and St Paul's Road to the north west.

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Noticeboard - Welcome to West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

The park also has a boating lake

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Caution sign - Welcome to West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

The park also has outdoor gym equipment and a Children's Play Area.

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Outdoor Gym at West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

 

History of West Smethwick Park

West Smethwick Park opened in 1895 and was founded by James T Chance of the local company Chance Brothers.

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The Gift of James T. Chance for the use of the Public at West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

A memorial to James T Chance was unveiled after his death in 1900. There is also a memorial to his brother John Homer Chance unveiled in 1905.

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Memorial bronze bust of James T. Chance at West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

Memorial to James T. Chance

The memorial is Grade II listed. It dates to abouyt 1900. Made of red brick and terracotta. In the centre is a bronze bust of James T. Chance (1814 - 1902).

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Memorial to James T. Chance at West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

 

Memorial to John Homer Chance

The Memorial to John Homer Chance was a stone drinking fountain. Dated to 1905. John Homer Chance died in 1900. He joined the family firm in 1850. A ceremony took place here in June 1905 to unveil the drinking fountain.

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Memorial to John Homer Chance at West Smethwick Park (June 2012). Photography by Elliott Brown

Project dates

19 May 2020 - On-going

Passions

History & heritage, Civic pride, Photography
Sport & leisure, Environment & green action, People & community, Rivers, lakes & canals, Green open spaces, Classic Architecture

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