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Wicksteed Park
A Grade II listed park and garden, which is wholly owned by the Wicksteed Charitable Trust.The park was founded in 1921 as part of the extraordinary legacy of Charles Wicksteed which extends beyond the recreation park he created.The park is much more than an amusement park and attracts 1000s of visitors each year to play, take part in events and explore the beautiful grounds.
Contact
Community and Heritage Team, Barton Road, Kettering NN15 6NJ 01536 512475 community@wicksteedpark.org
@wicksteadparkheritage www.wicksteedpark.org
Opening
Summer 10am-8pm,Winter 10am- 4pm.
Admission
Free access to the park grounds and playground, parking charges
Wollaston Museum
The former 18th century chapel houses local history, archaeology, agriculture, lace, watercolours, boots and shoes (including Dr Martens). Curiosity Cottage demonstrates early 20th century life, while Beacon Hill is a 12th century motte supported by English Heritage.
Contact
102 High Street,
Wollaston NN29 7RJ
07871 431401 wollastonheritage@gmail.com
@WollastonMuseum www.wollastonheritage.org
Opening
April to September,Wednesday
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apply.Tickets/wristbands can be purchased for rides and amusements.
Talks/tours offered
• Heritage of Wicksteed Park 100 Years
• Wickstead Park,Yesterday,Today, Tomorrow
• The role of Hilda Wicksteed • History of Play
• Heritage guided tours of park
grounds and heritage spaces
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and Sunday, 2.30pm-4.30pm; other times by arrangement.
Admission
Free
