Queen's Park - a hive of activity! with Loughborough Heritage Open Weekend

Set out in the late 1890s, and officially opened in 1899 in celebration of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, Queen's Park, in the heart of the market and university town of Loughborough, is a fine example of a Victorian park, created to give the local workers somewhere to walk, to exercise, and to breathe in cleaner air. On this circular walk around the park, your tour guide will highlight the architecture of the park's outstanding buildings; consider the history of some of the park's structures, and wonder at the flora and fauna contained within the park.

Before this afternoon walk, come along to Queen's Park, bring a picnic, sit on a bee or Ladybird Book bench, and listen to the Carillon recital, which begins at 1pm.

Please note that walks take place whatever the weather, so please dress appropriately. Note also that there are no trained first aiders available on this walk.

There are no planned refreshment stops, but the park houses a cafe, or there are plenty of choices in the town centre a short walk away.

The closest car park is Granby Street, but there are other car parks available.

Meet on the steps of the Charnwood Museum, in the park.

Timings & Tours

Thursday 18 September:

1400-1530

Location & directions

Queen's Park, Granby Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3DU

Directions:

There are entrances to the Queen's Park from several areas: the main entrance is on New Street. There are two entrances on Granby Street. There is one entrance from Granby Street car park, and two entrances from Brown's Lane, one via a subway. The steps of the Charnwood Museum are inside the confines of Queen's Park.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

To reserve your place on this walk, please email the organiser.

Booking contact name:

Lynne Dyer

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

01 Aug 2025 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

13 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

16

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)

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