1. East Midlands
  2. Derbyshire
  3. Ashbourne

About Ilam Park, Dovedale and the White Peak

Breath in the fresh country air as you stroll through the beautiful IIam Park, and discover adventures for all the family. Every season there are new trails, events and opportunities to play out in nature. Stop off in the Manifold Tearoom for a bite to eat and enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the Peak District. Dog friendly seating is available.

Explore Dovedale, looking out for nature along the River Dove. Your little ones will love hopping across the Stepping Stones - just be careful not to fall in! There’s heaps of opportunities for you and your bunch to spend some quality time together exploring as you take in the beautiful surroundings, as you stroll past the riverside or work your way up a hill, it’ll be worth it for the view, we promise!

The Manifold Tearoom

Come and enjoy our delicious seasonal food and drinks from our 18th century stableyard, with one of the best views in the Peak District. Sit outside and enjoy the peace of Ilam Park, Thorpe Cloud and the river Manifold. Sit inside and enjoy the original beams and features of the stableyard with dog friendly seating available downstairs.

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Facilities

  • Toilets iconToilets
  • Onsite Parking iconOnsite Parking
  • Accessible Toilets iconAccessible Toilets
  • Baby Changing iconBaby Changing
  • Dog Friendly iconDog Friendly
  • Food Available iconFood Available
  • Card Payments Accepted iconCard Payments Accepted
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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 09:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 09:00 - 17:00

Opening hours vary, please check the attraction website for full details

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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Child (4-17) : Free
  • Adult (17-18+) : Free

General Admission
All ages: Free

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 2 - 3 hours

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Food & Drink Options

The Manifold Tearoom offers a range of hot food and drink includig pasties, breakfast rolls, hot pots, sandwiches, scones, cakes etc.

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FAQs

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Parking

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Toilets

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Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

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Accessibility Information

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Tickets & Bookings

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Private Hire & Birthday Parties

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Contact Details

Ilam, Ashbourne
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 2AZ
England

Car parking is free for members, but car parking prices apply for non members.

Tel: 01335350503

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