Williamson Park
Lancaster, Lancashire · ★ 4.7 · 6,879 visitor reviews
Lancaster, LA1 1UX
About
Come and visit Williamson Park's Butterfly House and Mini Beast Cave and meet all sorts of exciting creepy crawlies, birds and animals. Explore the park and its hidden pathways leading to mosaics, follies and a sundial. Play in the children's playground or picnic on the wide expanses of grass.
Visit the Ashton Memorial which often hosts art exhibitions and activities. Enjoy drinks, cakes and ice cream in the Pavilion Cafe or browse the gift shop for toys, mini-beast themed gifts and souvenirs of Lancaster. The park regularly hosts concerts, courses and children's holiday activities (including storytelling sessions, fire building workshops and wildlife themed days), and is also host to the famous Outdoor Promenade Theatre during the summer which is suitable for families of all ages.
Entry to the park grounds is free; charges apply for the Butterfly and Mini Beast House and the Ashton Memorial Gallery but they're worth every penny! ) with the Family Wild Card just £40 (for up to 2 adults and 2 children) unlimited entry for a whole year!
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Pushchair Friendly
- Dog Friendly
- Card Payments
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Common questions
Is Williamson Park free to visit?
Entry to Williamson Park grounds is free, though charges apply for the Butterfly and Mini Beast House and the Ashton Memorial Gallery. The Family Wild Card annual pass is £40 for up to 2 adults and 2 children.
What can families do at Williamson Park?
Families can explore the Butterfly House and Mini Beast Cave, visit the Ashton Memorial art exhibitions, play in the children's playground, picnic on the grass, and enjoy hidden pathways leading to mosaics and follies.
Is Williamson Park suitable for all ages?
Yes, Williamson Park welcomes visitors of all ages from babies and toddlers through to teenagers. There are summer Promenade Theatre performances suitable for families of all ages.
Can I bring my dog to Williamson Park?
Yes, Williamson Park is dog-friendly, so your four-legged family member is welcome to join you in the grounds.
Does Williamson Park have parking?
Yes, there is on-site parking at Williamson Park, including accessible parking spaces. The park is pushchair-friendly and has toilets available.
What families say
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