ABSTRACT
Close co-operation is required between the urban and the adjoining rural authorities in the location of such parks, and contributions may be made by the urban authority to its rural counterpart to help finance such projects. The Countryside Agency is also involved in both the selection of sites and financial support for the projects. Parks may be developed on land owned by the local authority or with the agreement of the landowner and other persons having an interest in the land. Where common land exists, the local authority has power to develop the site as a country park and to provide facilities and erect buildings. Generally, the development takes the form of adequate footpath systems, parking areas, picnic tables, public conveniences, information kiosks, and possibly the provision of meals and refreshments.
