Spa Parks of Britain - Parks and Planting for 'Taking the Waters'

Further reading on Spa Parks

Some useful titles

There are few publications on this topic so far, but those shown right are the most useful contributions on the development  of parks and landscape in spas in Britain and in Europe. There are also leaflets and small booklets on the individual spa parks available locally at spas. 

Cover of a publication about spas and parks in Europe, with historical illustrations.

Kurgarten und Kurparks in Europa

Cover of a book titled "The Kurgarten" with a garden scene and seating areas.

The Kurgarten, a Historical Overview

Illustration of a landscape with the title "Legacy of Spa Gardens" by Christopher Pound.

Legacy of Spa Gardens by Christopher Pound

Cover of "Spas, Wells, & Pleasure-Gardens of London" featuring vintage illustrations of people in period dress.

Spas, Wells and Pleasure Gardens of London by J.S. Curl

Title of a report on historic parks and gardens in Buckinghamshire, featuring Dorton Spa.

Buckinghamshire Gardens Trust report on Dorton Spa

Book titled "Bandstands: Platforms for Music, Entertainment and Leisure" by Paul Rabbitts.

Bandstands by Paul Rabbitts

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