Public park came about because it’s so close to the centre of the town
In 1902 an oak tree was planted close to the bandstand to mark the coronation of Edward VII. With money left over from the celebrations, the fountain was commissioned as a memorial to the late Queen Victoria. It was unveiled in 1907.
The park originally formed a part of the open setting to Wilton house. The park was extended to include part of the garden of Wilton House in 1924.