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at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak

Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Mole Hole installation by Bruce Asbestos 

Ilam Park is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with the acclaimed contemporary artist Bruce Asbestos, bringing a vibrant and imaginative new artwork inspired by our stunning landscape.

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19 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
at
09:00 to 17:00
+ 44 other dates or times

Ilam Park: Go on a Mole Mission 

Go on a Mole Mission and explore Ilam Park and see where Pepperpot the Mole has been popping up. Uncover fun mole facts along the way—it’s free and full of surprises!

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on
19 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
at
09:30 to 16:00
+ 44 other dates or times

Ilam Park: Guided Walk: along the River Manifold and back 

A six-mile walk starting with a riverside walk, then crossing Coldwall Bridge and climbing up to the village of Thorpe and on to Hamston Hill before visiting Dovedale and finally enjoying the views on the return to Ilam Park.

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on
25 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 14:30

Ilam Park: Guided Walk: Geology and Archaeology in the landscape 

Ever wondered about how this magnificent landscape was created? want to learn more about the people who first called it home, and how you can spot their marks on the landscape? This is the walk for you!

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on
27 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00

Ilam Park: Canihike 

Join us for an exciting new kind of event with your four legged friend!

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on
28 Sep to 28 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 13:00
+ 3 other dates or times

Ilam Park: Monday Mini Acorns 

Join us for a new and exciting monthly event at Ilam Park. Designed for tiny tots aged roughly 2-5, a creative and nature based activity morning.

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on
20 Oct 2025
at
10:45 to 12:30

Ilam Park: Autumn Highlight: Stranger Folk Digital Trail 

Join the Old Crone for a spooky exploration of Ilam Park, where strange folk have been causing mischief. Only your team can help put things right through magical activities.

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on
25 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
at
10:30 to 15:30
+ 8 other dates or times

Ilam Park: Autumn Highlights: Drop in Ghost Clay Craft 

Join us for a craft session where you’ll sculpt your very own ghostly friend from clay.

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on
31 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 14:30

Ilam Park: Winter: Operation Save the Sleigh Trail 

Embark on a festive quest across the site—solve riddles, uncover clues, and gather the secret numbers!

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on
1 Dec 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
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10:30 to 14:30
+ 34 other dates or times

Ilam Park: Winter: Breakfast with Father Christmas 

Make a magical memory this festive season with our Breakfast with Father Christmas event.

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on
7 Dec to 22 Dec 2025
at
09:00 to 10:30
+ 4 other dates or times

Ilam Park: Winter: Festive Fun Day 

Join us for a festive day of fun for all the family this December at Ilam Park.

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on
22 Dec 2025
at
10:45 to 16:00

Ilam Park: Winter: Santa Paws 

Calling all pooches great and small, fluffy and spotty for a festive event for all the family!

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on
22 Dec 2025
at
13:30 to 14:30