
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Golden Acre Park. Opened in 1932 as a large amusement park complete with a dance hall, ponies, a miniature railway, motor launches, a water-chute and a monorail. In 1938 the venture failed. The site was acquired by Leeds City Council in 1945. Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
Golden Acre Park was a popular amusement park opened in 1932 featuring various attractions including a dance hall, miniature railway, and water chute; it operated until 1938 before being acquired by Leeds City Council in 1945 and transformed into a public park.
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