Clacton's War Memorial Garden is little changed since it was first laid out in 1924. Colourful displays of bedding plants can still be seen in summer. They surround a war memorial designed by Charles Hartwell. Other attractions include plenty of seating and sea views. The garden was very popular until the 1990s, when it fell into ruin. It was then restored with money from the Urban Parks Programme, along with the town’s other Edwardian gardens.
