Visiting Irchester Country Park
Contents
- Visiting Irchester Country Park
- Location and directions to Irchester Country Park
- Parking at Irchester Country Park
- Facilities at Irchester Country Park
Facilities at Irchester Country Park
Jungle Parc
Enjoy treetop adventures on the high ropes course in the Jungle Parc.
Railway Museum
Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum is home to a collection of exhibits and industrial artefacts, which include steam and diesel locomotives, a life-size diorama of a quarry, along with many other interesting displays.
The museum's usual opening hours are every Sunday from 10am to 5pm (10am to 3pm in winter).
BBQs
BBQs are currently banned due to the risk of fire.
Dog walking
We provide a pleasant dog friendly environment with areas where your dog is allowed off a lead (under control). Dogs are not permitted in the play areas.
We provide dog bins in several places that are easily accessible.
Quarrymen's Rest cafe
The cafe is open every day except Christmas Day (subject to proprietor's discretion).
Toilet opening times
Fully accessible Changing Place toilets with hoists are available.
| Time of year | Monday to Friday | Weekends |
|---|---|---|
| April to July | 9am to 5pm | 9am to 7pm |
| School summer holidays | 9am to 7pm | 9am to 7pm |
| September to end of October half-term | 9am to 5pm | 9am to 7pm |
| November to March (except Christmas Day) | 9am to 4pm | 9am to 4pm |
| Christmas Day | Closed | Closed |
Access for all
Everyone, irrespective of age, ability or background, should feel welcome at our country parks and have an equal opportunity to discover, enjoy and benefit from them.
There are 3 trails at Irchester:
- Easy access trail (half a mile) - fully surfaced, minimal gradients
- Woodland trail (one and one-third miles) - mostly surfaced, short section across a mown grass meadow, gradients 1:12 and some steps
- Ironstone heritage trail (2 and a half miles) - main woodland section surfaced, one section across grass, gradients to 1:12
All 3 trails have benches every 200 metres.
Blue badge holder parking is available situated near to accessible toilets. Pay and display charges apply.
Last updated 13 February 2024