Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Bruce Asbestos’s Mole Hole Installation
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.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Pepperpot the mole will be taking up residence at Ilam Park in the form of a large and captivating sculpture. This unique artwork promises to be a focal point for visitors of all ages, inviting exploration and sparking curiosity within the beautiful surroundings. 19 July - 2 Nov
To further immerse you in Pepperpot's world and encourage a playful engagement with the landscape, we've created an exciting Pepperpot the Mole Trail. This engaging trail encourages visitors to hunt high and low, discover hidden corners of the park, and learn fascinating snippets along the way, making it a perfect activity for families. 19 July - 7 Sept
Adding to the artistic fun, we are delighted to offer 10 free drop-in kids' craft workshops throughout the summer held in our riverside bell tent. Children will have the opportunity to unleash their own creativity, taking inspiration from Pepperpot and the surrounding natural environment to create their own artistic masterpieces. These workshops offer a fantastic chance for hands-on fun and artistic exploration in a beautiful setting – all for free. Tues & Thurs, 29 July - 28 Aug This exciting project, featuring the charming Pepperpot the Mole sculpture, the engaging trail, and the free kids' craft workshops, has been made possible thanks to the generous funding from Arts Council England. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience Bruce Asbestos’s work in a whole new way! Check out our website for further details of the drop in workshops.
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The basics
- Booking details
Call 01335 350503
- Suitability
All families welcome.
- Meeting point
Meet us at the Welcome Hut to find your way.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather, that might mean sunhats and sun cream or wellies and umbrellas. Let's embrace the British weather and enjoy it whatever it throws at us.
- Accessibility
We are proud to offer a circular accessible path (1 mile), a changing place, an accessible path, and step free access to our Coach House Kiosk and Stables Bookshop.
- Other
Ilam Park is open to everyone and there is no admission charge. There is only a charge for car parking £6 for 4 hours and £8 all day, National Trust members and blue badge holders park for free. The Manifold Tearoom (upstairs) and Coach House Kiosk (downstairs) are open throughout the summer holidays, serving a range of delicious food, drinks and all important ice creams! Please note we do not allow BBQs, fires or cooking of any kind on site. We do welcome picnics but ask that you take all your litter home with you or use the bins provided.
Upcoming events
Ilam Park: Guided Walk: Folktales of the White Peak
Mysterious creatures, ghostly apparitions, spooky settings, the White Peak is full of folk tales. Come along to hear these tales told in their original setting.
Ilam Park: Summer: Yoga at Ilam Park
Join Gavin for guided outdoor yoga classes, connecting with the beautiful landscape and the nature that surrounds Ilam Hall.
Ilam Park: Midsummer Night's Dream
Join us for Midsummer Night's Dream in the park, perfect for the whole family. Laugh along with mischievous sprites and tangled lovers in Shakespeare's delightful comedy under the open sky. Book your tickets now for an enchanting outdoor adventure!
Ilam Park: Guided Walk: Life and Death in the Valley
A meander through the history of the people who lived in Ilam from the Saxons right through to present day. From the grand, to the religious and the everyday folks who were drawn to the beauty of this wonderful place.