Trent & Peak Archaeology / The University of Nottingham The Park Estate The Park Estate was once part of the royal hunting ground attached to Nottingham castle. By the 19th century the park had become a popular place for city dwellers to escape the dirt and grime of the city.  In 1825 the 4th Duke of Newcastle commissioned architect Peter Frederick Robinson to draw up plans for building in the park.  Robinson’s plans were typical early 19th century designs featuring wide roads and a grid pattern with squares.  The Park’s new houses designed in Regency pairs and Italian villas were particularly appealing to the city’s wealthy merchant classes. Further residential development took place following the appointment of prominent Nottingham architect Thomas Chambers Hine in 1851.  Find out more about the Park Estate by visiting their website