Visitor information and facilities - Irchester Country Park

How to get there​

Irchester Country Park
Gypsy Lane
Little Irchester
Wellingborough
NN29 7DL

Contact details 

Telephone 0300 126 5934

Email irchester@northamptonshire.gov.uk

I am travelling by:

• Car - Follow the brown and white signs to Irchester Country Park.  The main entrance is on Gypsy Lane (B570) off the A509 between Wellingborough and Woollaston.
• Bus - A regular bus service stops opposite the parks main entrance on B570.
• Bicycle - A designated cycle route is available from Wellingborough

Printable maps

• Map of Irchester Country Park (PDF 787KB) 

Railway Museum

Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum is home to a collection of exhibits and industrial artefacts, which include steam and diesel locomotives, a life-size diorama of a quarry, along with many other interesting displays.

Dog walking

We provide a pleasant dog friendly environment with areas where your dog is allowed off a lead (under control). Dogs are not permitted in the play areas.

We provide dog bins in several places that are easily accessible.

Opening times

The museum is open every Sunday 10am to 5pm and 10am to 4pm in winter.

Cafe

The cafe is open everyday except from Christmas Day.

Toilet opening times

Fully accessible Changing Place toilets are available. Please be aware that the hoist is out of order.

​Access for all

We aim to ensure that everyone, irrespective of age, ability or background, feels welcome at our Country Park and has an equal opportunity to discover, enjoy and benefit from them.

Our Country Parks are safe and have managed areas with sign posted trails. There are well maintained surfaced paths and plenty of seating.

Blue badge holder parking is available situated near to accessible toilets. Pay and display charges apply.