Tontine Gardens Restoration

A community – led restoration of the historic Geogian Tontine Gardens in Stourport’s canal basins to provide an accessible public space which is valued and enjoyed by local people and visitors. Works will include:-
Replacing terraced areas with slope shown in etchings of 1776
Improving access into and around gardens by new entrances, re-grading slopes and resurfacing 50m path
Installing 2 seats
Creating a planting scheme to reflect original Geogian garden
Reinstating period-style ironwork railings
Providing space for events
The project is part of major £3.3 million restoration and regeneration of Stourport’s canal basins.