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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Chislehurst 1955
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Chislehurst]
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| Location. | Acreage. | Description. |
|---|---|---|
| St. Paul's Cray Recreation Ground | 6.20 | Open space with children's playground. |
| Sidcup Place | 25.31 | Open space with 1 football pitch, 1 cricket pitch, 1 putting green, 4 tennis courts, walled garden, children's playground and cafe. |
| Stable Meadow Sports Ground | 17.45 | Open space with 2 football pitches and 1 cricket pitch. |
| The Oval | 1.66 | Open space. |
| Walden Recreation Ground | 4.60 | Open space with 1 football pitch. |
| Waring Park | 13.06 | Open space with 4 tennis courts, 2 cricket pitches, 1 putting green, 2 netball pitches and 1 concrete practice pitch and children's playground. |
| Willersley Park | 5.59 | Open space with 4 tennis courts and children's playground. |
| 480.33 |
The contribution which the open spaces can make towards the
health of a place is of course incalculable, and by its provision of
a large number of open air recreational facilities the Council has
made arrangements for both young and old alike. The younger
generation are given the opportunity to enjoy their sports and
pastimes, and for those who enjoy less active pursuits, every chance
is given to take full advantage of the restfulness of a summer
evening or week-end. Such amenities for both recreation and
relaxation can only have beneficial effects on the population in
general.