Peasholm Pagoda, Scarborough
Tuesday 7th April 2015
Standing aloft in Peasholm Park is the Chinese pagoda. It sits on top of Peasholm Island in the middle of the lake and is accessible via a very ornate wooden footbridge. The design of the park was inspired by Thomas Minton's willow pattern China plate and was opened in 1912. Everywhere has an oriental feel, from the buildings, stone ornaments and band stand to the dragon boats on the lake. The island, when I was young, was home to 'Tree Walk' with illuminations and tableaux, but now it hosts Chinese gardens and island walks. It really is one of the most beautiful places in Scarborough. I have often photographed the pagoda from the other side to include the waterfall and the lake. I liked this unusual view, the wall helping to screen the midday sun from the lens.
Blimey. It was the tree walk when I was the guard on the miniature railway.
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