Parks and Gardens

Hall Leys Park

Hall Leys Park is a Victorian park located on the banks of the River Derwent. It is a popular attraction in Matlock, with recreational facilities including tennis, miniature golf, a miniature railway, bowls, a children's play area complete with paddling pool and a small boating lake.

The park is located in the centre of Matlock and is currently going through a complete regeneration programe. The bandstand has been restored to its former glory and a new bowls hut is being erected.

As well as the restoration, a skate park and a new wet and dry playground are being built. The miniature train and boating shed will remain as they are.

Click on the link to the right to view the Derbyshire Dales parks and gardens gallery.

Address

Hall Leys Park
Matlock
Derbyshire

Ashbourne Memorial Gardens and Park

Ashbourne Memorial Gardens and Park are located in Ashbourne town centre.

Catherine Booth, co-founder of the Salvation Army was born in the town in 1829 and a statue commemorating her life stands in the memorial gardens.

The gardens back onto the park, where children can play ball games and outdoor activities on the playing fields and open space.

Click on the link to the right to view the Derbyshire Dales parks and gardens gallery.

Address

Ashbourne Memorial Gardens and Park
Park Road
Ashbourne
Derbyshire

Ilam Park

Ilam Park is owned by The National Trust and offers opportunities for explorers of all ages. Set on the banks of the River Manifold, the park offers views towards Dovedale.

With regular special events, wooded walks and rolling countryside, Ilam Park can be appreciated by everyone.

Click on the link to the right to view the Derbyshire Dales parks and gardens gallery.

Address

Ilam Park
Ilam
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 2AZ

01335 350503 (Estate office)
01335 350245 (Visitor centre)

Directions

Ilam Park is located in the village of Ilam, four miles north-west of Ashbourne.

Opening Hours for 2005

The park is open all year round.

Opening times for the shop and visitor centre varies. Please check National Trust website for further information.