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Burns Rock Garden
Within Riley Park, the Senator Patrick Burns Memorial Rock Gardens follow the northern hillside among tall trees. The setting combines flower planting with rockwork made from stone salvaged from Burns's demolished home.
- Garden name
- Senator Patrick Burns Memorial Rock Gardens
- Setting
- Northern hillside of Riley Park
- Construction
- 1950s
- Stonework
- Flagstone from Senator Patrick Burns's demolished mansion
How the Gardens Began
The City dates construction to the 1950s and records more than 20,000 pieces of flagstone from the mansion. The gardens honour Senator Patrick Burns, a rancher and businessman associated with the Stampede's Big Four.
Part of Riley Park
A visit can also take in Riley Park's other listed facilities, including its playground, picnic tables and cricket pitch. The wading pool and other seasonal amenities should be checked separately for availability.