Do female deer have antlers?

No, with the breeds of Deer in Wollaton Park (Red Deer and Fallow Deer) only males have Antlers.

How can you tell the difference between antlers and horns?

Deer have Antlers. Antlers: Made of bone, shed and regrown annually, covered in velvet while growing. Horns: Made of keratin (same material as hair and nails), permanent and continuously grow throughout an animal’s life.

Is Metal Detecting Allowed

Metal detectors need permission from the Park.

How do I join Friends of Wollaton Park?

See our membership page.

How can I volunteer to support the Walled Garden restoration?

See the Walled Garden information page for details.

How do I join a guided tour of the Walled Garden?

When Walled Garden tour dates are announced they will appear in the News section or the Calendar.