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Clumber Park
Freedom to discover
Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 3BE
Important notice
Due to forecasted high winds, Clumber Park will close at 13.00 on Sunday 22 December. Please see our social media channels for full details.
Opening times for 22 December 2024
Asset Opening time Park 08:00 - 17:00 Chapel of St. Mary the Virgin 10:00 - 16:00 Cycle hire 10:00 - 16:00 Discovery Centre 10:00 - 16:00 Café 09:00 - 16:00 Shop 10:00 - 16:00 Toilet 09:00 - 16:00 Walled kitchen garden 10:00 - 16:00 MTWTFSS2526272829301234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303112345OpenPartially openClosedAdmission
Ticket type Gift aid Standard Adult £5.50 £5.00 Child £2.75 £2.50 Family £13.75 £12.50 Family: 1 adult, up to 3 children £8.25 £7.50 Group Adult £4.00 Group Child £2.00 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
Available for functions
Electric vehicle charging point
Twelve 11kW electric vehicle charging points are available within the accessible car park. Chargers can be accessed using the mobile app, RFID card, or contactless payment device. Visit our EV charging provider RAW Charging’s website to download the app in advance of your visit. Available during property opening hours, please bring your own cables.
Bookshop
Kiosk
Café
Dogs are not allowed inside the Turning Yard café but are welcome to sit outside.
Plant shop
Car park
The accessible car park and main visitor car park on Cow Pastures is open 07.00 - 19.00 from March to October and 07.00 - 18.00 from November - February. The Paddocks car park is open 07.00 - 19.00 from March to October.
Shop
Dogs allowed
Clumber has a dog-friendly café, Central Bark.
Toilet
A Changing Places toilet and accessible toilet available. Accessible car parking spaces in main car park. Mobility scooters are available to hire free of charge. Level or ramped access to all facilities and buildings, with 13 miles of tarmac roads throughout the property. Recommended routes for wheelchair and powered mobility vehicle users.
Accessible route and/or map
Level access to shop
Accessible toilet
Level access/terrain
Changing Places
Lift
Designated parking
Powered mobility vehicle available
Mobility scooters are available to hire, subject to availability and weather permitting. Booking is advised. Monday - Friday, please call 01909 476592. At weekends, please call 01909 511039. Bookings will be held for 1 hour, then released. Mobility scooters can cross Hardwick ford footbridge. Do not take scooters through the water for safety reasons.
Drop-off point
Seating available
Level access to food outlet
Steps/uneven terrain
By road
Entry via the A614 or B6034 to Lime Tree Avenue and main crossroads - parking in main car park near central facilities and overflow car park. There is vehicular access to Hardwick Village but no access to the south side of the lake.
Parking: Car parking in Main Car Park, Central Bark Car Park and overflow parking available at peak times. Accessible car and coach parking is available in main car park in the designated coach bay. Parking included on admission, National Trust members park for free.
By train
Worksop 4½ miles; Retford 6½ miles
By bus
Stagecoach 'The Sherwood Arrow' Worksop to Ollerton, alight Carburton, ¾ mile
Planning your visit
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Visiting Clumber Park
With 3,800 acres of parkland to explore, there's so much to see and do at Clumber Park this winter.
Events at Clumber Park
See the details of all upcoming events and activities taking place at Clumber Park.
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Visiting Clumber Park with your dog
Clumber Park is a three pawprint rated place. Exploring the 3,800 acres of beautiful parkland with your dog by your side is one of the best ways to see Clumber Park.
Group visits
We welcome groups of all sizes including schools and coach tours. Email: clumberpark@nationaltrust.org.uk for full details and a booking form.
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Venue hire
Functions
Clumber Park has several rooms available to hire for meetings and special occasions, including the Old Parsonage with views across to the lake. Our Food & Beverage team will be delighted to cater for your event. Email: clumberpark@nationaltrust.org.uk to discuss your requirements.
Highlights
Turning Yard and Laundry Yard
At the heart of our visitor facilities, this area hosts our Discovery Centre as well as several food and beverage outlets, the Laundry Cottage shop and a large second-hand bookshop.
The Lincoln Stables
Recently rejuvenated, the Lincoln Stables once housed the Duke of Newcastle’s horses and livery. Today, it's home to our Heritage Hub and Past Time Clumber room.
Walled kitchen garden
One of only a handful of its kind in existence and spanning four acres, the 18th century, productive garden boasts the longest Glasshouse in the National Trust and is home to national collections of Rhubarb and Apple.
The Chapel of St Mary the Virgin
Towering above the Pleasure Grounds, this 'cathedral in miniature' is grand in every way. A place of worship whose high church leanings are played out through lavish, Gothic Revival architecture and interiors.
The Estate
Covering more than 3,800 acres of picturesque parkland and gardens, peaceful woodlands and an 83 acre serpentine lake.
Ornamental Bridge
Grade II* listed bridge built between 1763-1770 by Stephen Wright, designed to lead guests from the opposite side of the lake up to a Palladian-style house which once existed on the estate.
Lime Tree Avenue
The majestic Avenue is lined with a bold, double row of 1296 Lime trees. 2 miles in length, it is the longest stretch of it's kind in Europe.
Cycling & walking
Explore over 20 miles of accessible paths and multi-use trails through a variety of landscapes and terrains. Bring your own bikes or hire one from our Cycle Hub.
Spotlight events
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Christmas at Clumber Park
From 16 November, meet Father Christmas, find 12 sculptures of The Snowman and enjoy the magic of the season with our Christmas Fayres. With festive delights being served in the Elves Eatery and live music in the Chapel, there is so much for the whole family to enjoy this Christmas at Clumber.
Walking with The Snowman™ at Clumber Park: 16 November - 5 January
Discover a trail of twelve giant Snowman sculptures which can be found at iconic locations across the park, each decorated with designs inspired by the song The Twelve Days of Christmas.
Winter Lantern Walks: 28 & 29 December and 4 & 5 January
Wrap up warm and see Clumber in a different light with a gently-lit stroll around the Pleasure Grounds, listening to stories of the estate's past and the lives of the Dukes of Newcastle. The walk will take around an hour and finishes in the walled kitchen garden giving visitors the chance to enjoy the lights in the Glasshouse. Booking essential.
Things to see and do
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Family-friendly things to do at Clumber Park
From wild adventures in the woods to family bike rides around the estate, there are plenty of ways to make memories at Clumber Park this winter.
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Visiting Clumber Park
With 3,800 acres of parkland to explore, there's so much to see and do at Clumber Park this winter.
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The walled kitchen garden at Clumber Park
Discover how Clumber Park’s walled kitchen garden is maintained using traditional gardening techniques and is one of only a handful of its kind in existence.
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Visiting the Chapel of St Mary the Virgin at Clumber Park
The 19th century Chapel of St Mary is a must-see on a visit to Clumber Park.
Outdoor activities
Activity
Getting active at Clumber Park
From lakeside runs to woodland rides, Clumber Park has 20 miles of trails for cyclists, runners and walkers to explore.
Top trails
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A glimpse of southern Clumber
Stroll through woodland and agricultural land in some of the quieter parts of Clumber, then finish by the lakeside on a walk that's perfect for all seasons.
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Clumber Park history walk
Discover glimpses of Clumber Park's history on this short, circular walk in the park, ideal for families, pushchairs and wheelchairs.
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Clumber's walk for all seasons
This gentle Clumber Park walk offers varied landscapes including woodland and heathland, plus a short detour to Clumber Bridge with a splended view of the lake and the Chapel.
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Northern Clumber heath and woods walk
Enjoy some of the lesser-known parts of Clumber Park on this invigorating 5.5-mile circular walk through heath and woodland.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Clumber Park
Whether you're looking for food, drink or the perfect gift, Clumber Park has something for everyone.
Places to stay
Carburton Lodge South
A restored gate lodge with after-hours access to Clumber Park.
Kitchen Garden Cottage
Tucked away in the heart of Clumber Park, between the walled garden and the cricket ground, Kitchen Garden Cottage is the perfect base from which to explore this country estate.
Upcoming events
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Walking with The Snowman™ at Clumber Park
Take a wintry walk and relive the magic of Raymond Briggs’ heart-warming picture book, The Snowman™.
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Christmas Eve Snowman 10km
Kick off the festivities by taking part in our Christmas Eve 10k fun run and earning yourself a fabulously festive The Snowman themed medal*.
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Clumber Park Runners
If you are completely new to running, looking to ease yourself back into some gentle exercise or training for a Parkrun or Trust 10K, this is the perfect group for you.
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Weekly Dog Walk
Come and join us at Central Bark, our dog friendly café, every Wednesday at 10am for a walk and talk around Clumber Park.
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Nordic Walking
Nordic walking is a fantastic way to get fit in the great outdoors. Explore the beauty of Clumber Park with qualified instructors.
About Clumber Park
Carved out of the ancient forest of Sherwood, Clumber Park is a beautiful expanse of parkland, heath and woods covering more than 3,800 acres.
For over three centuries, Clumber Park was the country estate of the Dukes of Newcastle. Although the house was taken down in 1938, there are many glimpses of its grand past to explore. From the Gothic-style chapel, often referred to as a 'cathedral in miniature', you can follow in the footsteps of the dukes through the peaceful Pleasure Grounds to the walled kitchen garden where you can experience sights, scents and a taste of the past.
Today, Clumber offers freedom to discover a ducal park. Explore picturesque parkland and gardens, peaceful woodlands and a magnificent lake. Not only is Clumber's mosaic of habitats home to an amazing array of wildlife, it is also a great place to spot it.
There is so much to see and do here with the park providing the perfect backdrop for relaxing, exploring and spending time in nature.
Latest news
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The Diamond-backed Spider at Clumber Park
A long-lost spider species, unique to Nottinghamshire’s Clumber Park, is to be safeguarded for the future thanks to a conservation initiative at the National Trust site.
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging at Clumber Park
This autumn, EV charging facilities have been installed at Clumber Park in partnership with leading public electric vehicle charging operator, RAW Charging.
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Clumber Park Runners - the birth of a legend
Clumber Park Runners started in 2015 with a handful of social runners meeting on a Wednesday morning. Over the years, it has grown into a group which regularly exceeds 40 runners each week.
Our work
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Our work outdoors at Clumber Park
Grade I listed park, Clumber Park is a special and important place. Our conservation work focuses on restoring the park's historic landscapes and protecting rare habitats for the future.
History
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The history of Clumber Park
Discover the grand past of Clumber Park; as a hunting ground for royalty, under the care of 13 Dukes and its connections to the Second World War.
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The Dukes of Newcastle
One built a spectacular three storey mansion, another planted 1296 trees to create Lime Tree Avenue. Discover more about the Dukes of Newcastle and how one family changed the landscape of this corner of Sherwood Forest to suit their own private pleasure.
Support us
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Volunteer opportunities at Clumber Park
One way to support the National Trust, while also spending time in amazing places and making new friends, is to volunteer. Find out more about joining the dedicated team of volunteers working to make Clumber Park a beautiful place to visit.
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Clumber Park Commemorative Giving Brochure 2024
Commemorative giving is an important way for people to connect with Clumber Park, by donating to celebrate and remember. This pack contains information about the opportunities from which you can choose to make your gift to the park.