Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play
Wed 2 Sept · 10:00
Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak
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Ilam Park hosts a recurring summer series celebrating the 200th anniversary of Ilam Hall across Dovedale and the White Peak near Buxton. The event features various performers and is decorated with fluttering flags and colourful bunting for families to enjoy together. Entry is free, allowing children and adults to explore the countryside festivities as part of this ongoing celebration.
Get ready for a summer bursting with colour, creativity and play in the beautiful countryside as Ilam Park marks the 200 year anniversary of Ilam Hall. Spot fluttering flags and colourful bunting as the whole family enjoys the park, and gets into the festival feeling of Summer of Play 2026.
Expect the return of much loved favourites such as our Frisbee Golf down by the river, the wonderfully messy Mud Kitchen in the Hidden Play Garden, and the rainbow ribbon Maze that’s out on the ! Alongside these classics, we’re introducing new games and activities for you to enjoy created especially for this anniversary year, adding fresh surprises to every visit.
Throughout the holidays, there will also be drop in activities to enjoy in the Tea Room Garden. These will change week by week, check the Ilam Park events page for the latest details and timings.
Whether you’re racing across the lawn, getting gloriously muddy, or simply soaking up the festival atmosphere, Summer of Play 2026 promises to be a joyful celebration of Ilam’s past, present and future.
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Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play takes place on Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 10:00. The event runs until Sunday, 6 September 2026.
Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play is held at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak in Buxton (Ilam, Ashbourne, Staffordshire).
Entry to Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play is free.
Tickets for Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play
Editorial Summary
Ilam Park hosts a recurring summer series celebrating the 200th anniversary of Ilam Hall across Dovedale and the White Peak near Buxton. The event features various performers and is decorated with fluttering flags and colourful bunting for families to enjoy together. Entry is free, allowing children and adults to explore the countryside festivities as part of this ongoing celebration.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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Get ready for a summer bursting with colour, creativity and play in the beautiful countryside as Ilam Park marks the 200 year anniversary of Ilam Hall. Spot fluttering flags and colourful bunting as the whole family enjoys the park, and gets into the festival feeling of Summer of Play 2026.
Expect the return of much loved favourites such as our Frisbee Golf down by the river, the wonderfully messy Mud Kitchen in the Hidden Play Garden, and the rainbow ribbon Maze that’s out on the ! Alongside these classics, we’re introducing new games and activities for you to enjoy created especially for this anniversary year, adding fresh surprises to every visit.
Throughout the holidays, there will also be drop in activities to enjoy in the Tea Room Garden. These will change week by week, check the Ilam Park events page for the latest details and timings.
Whether you’re racing across the lawn, getting gloriously muddy, or simply soaking up the festival atmosphere, Summer of Play 2026 promises to be a joyful celebration of Ilam’s past, present and future.
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Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White PeakIlam, Ashbourne, Staffordshire
Hamps Valley, Buxton
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When is Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play?
Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play takes place on Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 10:00. The event runs until Sunday, 6 September 2026.
Where is Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play taking place?
Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play is held at Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak in Buxton (Ilam, Ashbourne, Staffordshire).
How much are tickets for Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play?
Entry to Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play is free.
How do I get tickets for Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play?
Tickets for Ilam Park: Highlighted Event: Summer of Play can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Free Entry
Date
Until Sunday, 6 September 2026
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