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Wollaton Hall and Deer Park, Nottinghamshire

Wollaton Deer Park

Wollaton Hall, completed in 1588 was created for Sir Robert Willoughby at ruinous expense to impress Queen Elizabeth I. But sadly the house never received a visit from her. Wollaton is now the home of Nottingham's Natural History Museum. Wollaton's Courtyard Stables house the Nottingham Industrial Museum. Surrounding Wollaton is a 500 acre deer park offering beautiful walks. Tours of the Hall are available.

 

Address: Wollaton Hall, Nottinghamshire NG8 2AE.

Opening Times: The house is open daily from April to October 11am - 5pm and from November to March 11am - 4pm. Last admission 30 minutes prior to closure. Closed 24th - 26th December and 1st January.

The park opens at 8am weekdays and 9am weekends and closes between 5pm and 10pm depending upon the time of year. Do check upon arrival.

Directions: Take the A52 into Nottingham, turn left into Thorseby Road. At the Wollaton vale roundabout take the first exit onto Wollaton Vale. Turn right into Arleston Drive, then right again onto the A609 which will take you to Wollaton. Click here for an interactive map centred on Wollaton Hall.

Access: Wheelchair access to the hall seems to be limited. There are steep steps to negotiate. However, access to the ground floor is possible via a ramp at the back entrance, and there is a lift to the first floor. Contact the property before you visit. The Industrial Museum and cafe are both fully accessible. Adapted toilet facilities are provided.

Contact:

telephone: 0115 915 3900

e-mail: wollaton@ncmg.org.uk