History

Although a small local park primarily serving the local community, Cedars Park is historically and nationally important as the former site of Theobalds Palace, the grand and elaborate Tudor Palace enjoyed by King James I.

Theobalds began as a typical country house and later accommodated Queen Elizabeth I. Later, it was King James I's hunting ground and favourite residence. Sadly, it was demolished for materials during the English Civil War, and only remains can be found today.