Irchester Country Park

Updated: June 20, 2025
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Walk Highlights

Location:
Wellingborough
Postcode:
NN29 7DL
Parking:

There is a large pay and display car park at Irchester Country Park, located off Gypsy Lane, near Irchester and Wellingborough in Northamptonshire. Parking charges apply (check Northamptonshire County Council website for current rates). The car park provides direct access to the visitor centre, cafe, play areas, and the start of the main paths and trails. It can get very busy, especially at weekends and during school holidays, for this popular Northamptonshire attraction.

Distance:
1.60 miles
Time:
0.70 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

The terrain in Irchester Country Park, Northamptonshire, is varied. Main paths around the visitor centre and play areas are often well-surfaced (tarmac or compacted gravel) and accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Woodland trails and paths through former quarry areas can be earth, more uneven, muddy after rain, and involve some gentle to moderate slopes and undulations. Sturdy footwear is advisable for exploring all areas of this Northamptonshire park.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe

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