The Chester Municipal Heritage Society

Chester Train Station

The Chester Municipal Heritage Society was established in 1981 to promote and cultivate awareness of the unique heritage of the Municipality of the District of Chester for the enjoyment and benefit of present and future generations through the preservation of historically significant properties and the delivery of educational programming.

The Lordly Estate Daigram
Lordly Park.
To arrange an appointment at other times: Call (902)-275-3826 or (902)-275-2030

Lordly Park

109 Central Street, Chester, Nova Scotia

Situated in an entire village block of the original town plan for Chester. The park area contains; a natural wetland, a children's playground, a Gazebo, and a skating and games berm. The original property included Lordly House, several barns (no longer here today), and a small municipal office known as "Maple Cottage", all nestled within the meadow.

To book the park for an event, or weddings, a charge of $100.00 is required. This helps to cover the cost of upkeep for Lordly Park.

Lordly Park also hosts numerous summer events annually. Some events include: "Picnic in the Park", a live music event every sunny Tuesday from July 5th to August 30, 6:00 to 8:00 PM, and Sept 6th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

This private park is enjoyed by visitors every year, with different groups utilizing the unique areas like the playground, Gazebo, field and berm area. Some groups include the Chester Art Centre, the Chester Playhouse, the Chester Croquet League (CCL) and many youth groups, and excerise enthusiasts. The berm area is typically converted into a skating rink in the winter months.

Picture of the gazebo