Barbecues are not permitted at any of our sites.
Temporary closure of the Shipley Visitor Centre
Shipley Visitor Centre will be closed between 17 February and 10 March 2025 for essential site maintenance. The toilets at the Visitor Centre will remain open during this period. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Barefoot Lodge Tea Rooms, at Derby Lodge, provides hot drinks and food between 9.30am and 3pm every day except Wednesdays.
Park information
Whatever the season, there's always lots to see and do in the park - walking, cycling, horse riding, bird watching, angling, picnicking, kite flying, jogging, wayfaring, photography, exploring the park and much more.
Entry is free but a pay-and-display parking charge applies in our main car parks at the visitor centre and next to Mapperley Reservoir.
The car park on Shipley Hill is for Blue Badge holders only.
Parking for Blue Badge holders is free on all car parks but you must clearly display the permit to avoid a parking fine.
Find out more about car parking at Shipley Country Park.
A free 'Guide to Shipley Country Park' leaflet is available at the visitor centre, and information panels can be found on each car park.
Public transport
You can find details of bus and rail travel by contacting: