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Calke Explore Natural Play, Calke Abbey

Ticknall · Run by National Trust

National Trust property. Non-members pay for the park and gardens: £8.50 adult, £4.25 child (5–17), £21.25 family; under-5s free

What's here

Natural play with a human-sized badger sett to crawl into, tree trunks to balance on and fallen branches for den building. There's a short trail suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

  • Climbing frame
  • Adventure play
  • Toilets
  • Free parking

Best for: Under 3s, Ages 3–6, Ages 7–12.

Opening times

Opening times not confirmed. Most parks lock at dusk.

Toilets

Toilets here. Baby change not confirmed yet.

Parking, toilets and food

  • Parking: No parking charge (free)
  • Toilets: Accessible toilets at Calke Explore

Where these details come from

Checked on 19 Oct 2026 against:

Not confirmed yet: Opening hours and age ranges. The Changing Places toilet is closed for maintenance.