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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!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Explore more of Ilam Park by taking part in our free Mole Hole trail. See where else Pepperpot has been popping up around the parkland and find out more about marvellous moles along the way.

Want to discover more about these remarkable creatures? Follow the Mole Hole trail through the parkland and see where else Pepperpot the Mole has been popping up. Look out for the trail markers to uncover more mole facts along the way.

Times

The basics

Suitability

All families welcome.

Meeting point

Meet at the welcome hut where you can pick up your trail sheet for free.

What to bring and wear

dress for the weather, sunhats or raincoats.

Accessibility

The moles will be hidden along our paths, and will be accessible without step access.

Contact info

White Peak Estate Office

Upcoming events

Event

Ilam Park: Concert in the Park 

Join us for music in the landscape, a wonderful afternoon of performances from Hemsworth Music Centre.

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on
13 Jul 2025
at
14:00 to 16:00
Event

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.

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on
15 Jul to 29 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

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.

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on
19 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
at
09:00 to 17:00
+ 50 other dates or times
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Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play 

Bigger and better than ever, Summer of play is back! Join in the festival feeling and explore the many exciting play opportunities for all ages, from tiny tots, to not so grown ups all for free!

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on
19 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
at
09:30 to 17:30
+ 50 other dates or times