Elvaston Castle Country Park

Elvaston Castle Country Park is close to Derby in Derbyshire and has around 321 acres of open parkland, woodland and formal historical gardens. They also host a yearly woodland festival.

Things to do at Elvaston Castle Country Park

At the heart of the estate, there is the castle which is a gothic revival masterpiece, sadly this is not open to the public but you can certainly take photos of it. The original house dates back to 1633. The gardens are well known for their rockwork structures and fine examples of topiary. There is a Moorish temple to find, golden gates and a ha-ha wall. It’s a great place to walk, cycle, ride your horse, do a spot of bird watching, explore the park and enjoy a picnic.

There is a nature reserve with places to watch the local wildlife. There is a playground for the kids, plenty of grass for them to run around, formal gardens, walks and even a riding centre.

Important Information Elvaston Castle Country Park

Is there food and drink available?

There is a tearoom serving hot and cold food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

Parkland with formal gardens, a play area, a nature reserve, walks, cycling and more. There are toilets and a tearoom.

What are the ticket prices?

Entry to the park is free. There is a charge to park.

Is there parking?

There is a charge to park.

When are they open?

The park is open all year round 9 am to 5 pm from October to March and 9 am to 8 pm April to September.

Dog friendly?

Dogs are welcome on a lead.

Are they accessible?

Information on accessibility