Wickham Park is a non-profit, private foundation whose property extends into both Manchester and East Hartford, Connecticut.
The park contains 250 acres of gardens, open fields, woodlands, ponds, picnic areas, sports facilities, and other attractions.
Fun & games for high flying pooches of all skill levels. A disc dog-a-thon is like a pentathlon for Frisbee dogs.
Contact Yankee Flyers President,
Corinne Brewer for more information.
10:00 AM Registration with events from 11:00 AM 5:00 PM
This seven page special publication appeared in the Journal Inquirer on Thursday September 15th 2011 and is a celebration of the exquisite gardens, history, benefactors, volunteers
and donators that make Wickham Park such a distinguished and cherished place. Included is a message from Wickham Park's Director, Jeff Maron.
WICKHAM PARK: PRETTY IN PINK. Wickham Park stretches over 250 rolling acres, with open fields, woodlands, ponds, picnic areas, an aviary and, seemingly, a garden for everyone's taste...(continued)
Gardens inspired by England, Italy, and the Orient are among the eight ornamental enclaves amid these 250 green acres. The playground and nature center attract youngsters, while the picnic tables and grills offer the perfect pit stops for any age. Plus aviary, bird sanctuary, tennis and volleyball courts, software diamonds, hiking and biking trails, and 18-hole disc-golf course.
Sensory Garden Model Railroad Open on Weekends
The Sensory Garden Model Railroad is now operating on weekends! For more information or to inquire about volunteer opportunities, contact Chuck Oakes, Designer, Engineer, and Volunteer Coordinator at 860-644-1128.
Wickham Park is honored to be the host location for some terrific events that will welcome
visitors from all over New England and beyond. Of particular note are the Greater Hartford Disc Golf Open (GHDGO)
and Wickham Invitational high school cross country meets,and
Skyhoundz Dog Championship for those interested in events showcasing the
incredible abilities of canines.
If you have an interest in participating in or volunteering for any of the aforementioned or other
events please call (860) 528-0856 or email info@wickhampark.org for more information.
