Queen's Park Perambulation

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.

After the morning walk, or before the afternoon walk, bring a picnic, sit on a bench, and listen to the Carillon recital in Queen's Park, 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. Duration: 45-60 minutes.

This event is part of Loughborough Heritage Weekend, where over a dozen local sites are opening their doors, with tours, activities, exhibitions and much more!

Timings

Sunday 13 September:

1130-1230 & 1300-1400

Friday 18 September:

1000-1100

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:

Pre-booking is essential, as the walk is limited to only 16 visitors. If you have booked, and find you are no longer able to attend, please advise the organiser so your place can be re-allocated. Thank you.

Booking contact name:

lynneaboutloughborough

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

01 Aug 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

11 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

The majority of the walk is along paved surfaces, however, these can sometimes be uneven. The walk is reasonably compact, as it focuses on a small park in Loughborough town centre. Duration is between 45 and 60 minutes; distance covered is approximately 0.5 miles.

Additional information

The band performing in the Queen's Park bandstand on Sunday 13th September is the Nottingham Concert Band. The recital will begin at 2pm, and is free to attend. There is limited seating around the bandstand, so visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic chair, and/or a picnic blanket. More information about bandstand concerts can be found on the Charnwood Borough Council website.

Max number of people:

16

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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