Napsbury Park

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Napsbury Park

Rolling farmland Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children&#039;s open farm called Willow&#039;s Farm — Rolling farmland Credit: Mike Hartley

Napsbury Park is a historic estate located in Hertfordshire, England. Situated in the parish of St. Albans, the park covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is known for its picturesque landscapes and stunning architectural features.

Originally, the land was home to the Napsbury Asylum, a psychiatric hospital that opened in 1905. The asylum was designed by architect George Thomas Hine and featured a grandiose central administration building, as well as several other structures to accommodate patients and staff.

In the late 20th century, the asylum was closed and the estate was converted into a residential area. Today, Napsbury Park is a sought-after community with a mix of beautiful period properties and modern homes. The original asylum building has been preserved and converted into luxury apartments, maintaining its historic charm while offering contemporary living spaces.

The park itself boasts well-manicured gardens, tree-lined avenues, and open green spaces, providing residents with a tranquil environment to enjoy. It is a popular destination for walks, picnics, and leisure activities. Additionally, the park is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, which can often be spotted roaming the grounds.

Napsbury Park is also conveniently located, with easy access to nearby towns and cities. The bustling city of St. Albans is just a short drive away, offering a range of amenities such as shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Overall, Napsbury Park offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and modern living, making it an attractive place to reside in Hertfordshire.

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Napsbury Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.723944/-0.30734959 or Grid Reference TL1704. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rolling farmland

Farmland occupies most of the western half of TL1804, partially rape fields, but also a children's open farm called Willow's Farm

Mike Hartley

Road Bridge at London Colney

Three years ago this area was flooded and much damage was caused to buildings.

Jack Hill

Orbital business park, St Albans

Entry is controlled so I have no idea of the businesses.

Jack Hill

Pastoral Centre Broad Colney

The complex was once a convent, built in 1899 for an Anglican order. It was sold to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster in the mid-1970s and became a Retreat/Conference/Training Centre with residential accommodation.

Jack Hill

Napsbury Hospital London Colney

This is now a housing development called the Arboretum Expensive prices.

Jack Hill

Napsbury Hospital London Colney

The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen person with half a million pounds will purchase it

Jack Hill

London Colney Bypass A1081

What a difference a bypass can make to a town

Jack Hill

The Cemetery St Albans

Was surprised by the heart shaped balloon flying over that gravestone.

Jack Hill

Community Hall at Hill End Lane St Albans

This building houses play schools and similar activities. The gravel areas in the planting are intended for use as boules rinks by parents.The area was once a hospital so there are hundreds of new houses in the vicinity.

Jack Hill

Holy Trinity Church Frogmore

I rather like the round top to the porch. It echoes the Romanesque arches over the windows.

Jack Hill

Hedges Farm North Orbital Road

A mixture of building types with an old stable {now superseded}

Jack Hill

Hedges Farm North Orbital Road

This steel structure would be described as a Dutch Barn but usually they had curved roofs.

Jack Hill

Van in the River Colne

This section of the River Colne is a kilometre from a highway but via a locked farm gate and farmtrack this van was deposited by joy riders. The van originated from the remote village of Foulness

Jack Hill