Stay informed on all the latest news and developments at the historic Wollaton Park in Nottingham, alongside comprehensive updates on Friends of Wollaton Park activities.
Award Winning Deer Photo
Read more: Award Winning Deer PhotoThe following photograph taken in Wollaton Park by Chris Golightly was a winner in the British Deer Society 2024 photography competition.
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Old Rose Garden
Read more: Old Rose GardenThe old rose garden has undergone a significant transformation. The Box hedging, which had been decimated by box tree caterpillars, was removed. To showcase the stunning Dahlias, the Buddleja have been relocated to the back of the beds. Additionally, temporary wildflowers have been removed ready for new planting. The future plans are to add planting…
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2025 Calendar
Read more: 2025 CalendarThe 2025 Chris Denning Calendar, which raises funds for Friends of Wollaton Park is now available.
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Hedgehog Survey
Read more: Hedgehog SurveyAre there any Hedgehogs in Wollaton Park? With the help of the National Hedgehog Monitoring Programme, we intend to find out.
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Is George a Gorilla?
Read more: Is George a Gorilla?Latest research aims to find out more about George the Gorilla on Wollaton Hall.
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Rutting Season
Read more: Rutting SeasonDuring rutting season, please be cautious around the deer. The park has published the following safety tips.
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Successful Autumn Fair in the Walled Garden
Read more: Successful Autumn Fair in the Walled GardenWe had a great Autumn Fair, despite the downpours on Sunday. We had over 700 people over the weekend and raised over £1600 for future projects in the garden. Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen.
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Fashion Show
Read more: Fashion ShowOn September 30th, Friends of Wollaton Park (FoWP) hosted a successful fashion show at the historic Wollaton Hall to raise funds for the Fountain Restoration project. A dedicated team of volunteers transported over 1,200 items of clothing into the Hall, as the lift proved too small for the clothing racks. Attendees were treated to a…
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Nottingham Award
Read more: Nottingham AwardAt the 2024 Goose Fair Dinner and Nottingham Awards, Friends of Wollaton Park were announced as winners of a Nottingham Award.
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A Summer of Weeds and Hope
Read more: A Summer of Weeds and HopeA wet start to the summer followed by a burst of sunshine created the perfect conditions for our garden’s unwelcome guests: the weeds
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Green Flag Award Retained
Read more: Green Flag Award RetainedThe annual Green Flag awards, awarded in partnership with environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, are recognised as the international benchmark for parks and green spaces.
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The ‘secret’ Nottingham walled garden given a glow-up that people ‘cannot believe’
Read more: The ‘secret’ Nottingham walled garden given a glow-up that people ‘cannot believe’Nottingham Post article…
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Wollaton Hall could be run by charity
Read more: Wollaton Hall could be run by charityNottingham City Council says its preferred option for sites like Wollaton to be run by a charity
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Mystery Boxes
Read more: Mystery BoxesHave you spotted some curious boxes around Wollaton Park? They are part of a scientific study to unlock the secrets of Saproxylic beetles.
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Archaeology in the Formal Garden
Read more: Archaeology in the Formal GardenRegular visitors to the formal garden in recent summers, will have seen archaeologists digging. Here is a report on what they found…
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A Fed Deer is a Dead Deer
Read more: A Fed Deer is a Dead DeerArticle on why feeding deer is a terrible idea, and ultimately causes the deer to die from being unable to eat due to rotten teeth.
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They’re not Rudolph, they don’t like carrots
Read more: They’re not Rudolph, they don’t like carrotsNew research from University College Dublin reveals that feeding deer is causing serious health and behavioural issues for these beautiful animals.
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Deer Calving Season: Harrow Road Gate Closed
Read more: Deer Calving Season: Harrow Road Gate ClosedThe Harrow Road gate is closed to protect calving deer nearby. Plus advice for visitors.
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Fossil Display
Read more: Fossil DisplayA reptile fossil dating back to the Jurassic era will be displayed in Wollaton Hall after being kept in storage for almost 30 years.
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Splendour to return in 2025
Read more: Splendour to return in 2025Contract agreed for Splendour Festival to return to Wollaton Park in 2025
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Forest Bathing
Read more: Forest BathingJoin FoWP for a Shinrin Yoko (Forest Bathing) taster session.
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Volunteer Bricklayers Needed
Read more: Volunteer Bricklayers NeededBricklayers are needed for our historic walled garden at Wollaton Park. Join our team to help with rebuilding, pointing, replacing worn bricks, repairing walls, and restoration work.
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Hall Repairs
Read more: Hall RepairsRevocation work on the Hall has started.
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Organ Demonstrations
Read more: Organ DemonstrationsThere will be an Organ demonstration each month in Wollaton Hall.
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