Chester Terrace
Chester Terrace is one of the neo-classical terraces in Regent's Park, London. The terrace has the longest unbroken facade in Regent's Park, of about 280 metres (920 ft). It takes its name from one of the titles of George IV before he became king, Earl of Chester. It now lies within the London Borough of Camden.
| Length | 0.2 mi (0.32 km) |
|---|---|
| Location | Regent's Park, London |
| Postal code | NW1 4ND |
| Coordinates | 51.5290°N 0.1454°W |
| south end | Chester Gate |
| north end | Cumberland Place |
| Construction | |
| Inauguration | 1825 |
As with Cornwall Terrace and York Terrace, the architectural plans were made by John Nash but subsequently altered almost beyond recognition by Decimus Burton, who was responsible for the existing design, built by his father James Burton in 1825. Nash was so dissatisfied with Decimus's design that he sought the demolition and complete rebuilding of the Terrace, but in vain. It is a Grade I listed building.
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