Delapré Abbey and Park

A treasured piece of Northampton's heritage for over 900 years, over five-hundred acres of parkland, and a haven for wildlife and water-based leisure activities.

Delapré Abbey offers a beautiful historic house and public gardens for everyone to enjoy at all times of the year. Adjoining the gardens is Delapre Park – 500 acres of parkland, woodland, and open grassland. Nearby, you’ll also find Delapre Lake, a haven for wildlife and water-based leisure activities – as well as lakeside paths for people who enjoy walking.

Cost

Tickets are not needed to enter the grounds, explore the park, or visit the lake. Access to the Abbey is ticketed, priced at £8 (with or without gift aid) for adults, and free for under 18s. For Angling enquiries, please contact Jamie Cooper (Fishery Manager) on 07884260667.

Dates and times

The lake and park are open year-round. The House is open for general admission on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays, and Bank Holiday Mondays between 11.00 am – 4.00 pm (last entry 3.00 pm). The Orangery Cafe and public toilets are open from 9.30 am – 4.00 pm, Monday to Sunday.

Address

Delapré Abbey

London Road

Northampton

NN4 8AW

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Parking

Free car parking is available for visitors (as well as over-flow capacity for large events) with priority disabled parking for blue badge holders. Bike racks are provided outside the Common Ground Cafe.

Surfaces

The Walled Garden and external paths around the Abbey are accessible, but the wider parkland includes some uneven surfaces and unofficial pathways that are not available for all.

Toilets

Public toilets are open from 9.30 am – 4.00 pm, Monday to Sunday. These toilets are located in the Orangery Cafe and 18th Century Courtyard. If you’re exploring the lake, these are about 600m away.

Places to rest

Seating is available inside The Orangery Cafe, 18th Century Courtyard, on the South Lawn, and throughout the park. If you’re exploring the lake, a bench is available at the end of the Charterwood walk.