Natural Nottingham

Wollaton Park

Wollaton Park is 500 acres of parkland, featuring all kinds of habitats, including grassland, wetland and woodland.  It has a wide variety of attractions, which includes the lake, Wollaton Hall, with a Formal Garden and several walking trails.  The lake is surrounded by trees and greenery and serves as a habitat for various types of wildlife, including ducks, geese, and other waterfowl.  The park is also known for its wild deer.

Wollaton Park is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest: Local Nature Reserve.

Transport links

The nearest bus stops for this park are Wollaton Park Gates or Rectory Gardens. Bus numbers 30, 35 and 36 will take you to Wollaton Park. You can find timetable details, live departure information and buy tickets from nctx.co.uk or download the free NCTX Buses app (from the App Store or Google Play)

1924: Wollaton Hall and the park are sold to Nottingham Corporation (later Nottingham City Council) for use as a public museum and park.
1926: The park is opened to the public and becomes a popular destination for visitors.
1940s: During World War II, Wollaton Park is used as a military camp and training ground by the British Army.
1984: Wollaton Park is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its rich and diverse wildlife habitats.
Present day: Wollaton Park remains a popular destination for visitors, who come to enjoy its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities, including walking, cycling, and picnicking.

Friends of Wollaton Park are a community of like-minded individuals and our aim is to make Wollaton Park a better place for all.  We work alongside park staff, and other volunteer groups and enjoy the support of local councillors and the park management. 
For more info, visit:
friendsofwollatonpark.org.uk
Our facebook group

What you will find

There is a volunteer group that helps to maintain the formal garden.

The park has over 2,000 trees.

The park has over 2000 trees, spanning over 70 species.

There is a permanent table tennis court in the Courtyard.

There are walking trail maps you can pick up at Wollaton Hall or download them here.
GoJauntly also has a number of walks listed for Wollaton Park, View here.

The Wollaton Park Lake.

When the park is open to the public for an evening event. The park is normally closed at night.

Depending on the time of year and opening hours of the park.

Art Spot

Volunteer Site

Two play areas in Wollaton Park, the main one is close to the main entrance. The other play area can be found en route from Lime Tree Avenue.

The Park is home to many listed buildings and structures, including Wollaton Hall itself, the Lodges, ornate gateways and the Camellia House.

There are a large number of Daffodils and Bluebells in the park.

Manual wheelchairs are available for use throughout the site. These can be collected from the potting shed shop on arrival (subject to availability). The cafés are accessible to wheelchair users throughout the park.

Dogs are welcome, but please keep your dog on a lead throughout the park. Owners of dogs worrying the wild deer may receive a fine of up to £1,000.
FUNDRAISING
Help us raise money!

Our work is funded by membership of our group Friends of Wollaton Park and donations are always welcome, get in touch below for direct donations or donate to NOSF.

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VOLUNTEERING
Want to get involved?

We're always looking out for people to help keep an eye on this small, but beautifully-formed green space, so please get in touch if you feel that you could help.

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