Events, Walks and Tours

Garendon Park Heritage Open Days

'The Friends of Garendon Park' will join heritage locations in the town and country to host visitors over the September weekend.
The Park was once the home of the De Lisle family and before that a 12th Century Cistercian Monastery. Information will be shared about the area's history, including how the Hall was used during the 2nd World War. The walks use field and woodlands paths recently opened to the public.

1. Come, sit and chat at the Obelisk. Stewards, available from 10.00 to 15.00 on Saturday and from 14.00 to 15.00 on Sunday, have a variety of information to share.
2. Join a 3 mile guided, circular walk across the estate. Either at 10.30 on Saturday or 14.30 on Sunday. Pre-booking essential. #
3. Join a guided walk to visit an area not normally open the public. See the site of the former Monastery Chapter House and climb the Prospect Mound. Either at 14.30 on Saturday or 10.30 on Sunday. Part of the walk is on rough ground. Pre-booking essential. #
4. Take a self-guided walk. Maps are available (see below or, on the day, from the stewards at the Obelisk).

# To book onto a guided walk, please email fwcmartyn@outlook.com providing your contact details, including a phone number. Please state which walks you wish to join. Booking is open from 1st September. Fuller details, including the start point, will be provided when walk places are confirmed.

If you are travelling to the area by car, please park near Coe Avenue or on neighbouring areas. Please do not obstruct driveways. providing your contact details and stating which walk you wish to join. Booking is open from 1st September. Full details, including the time and start point, will be provided to those who book onto a walk.

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Friends of Garendon Park. June 2025