The Pavilion Gardens is a Grade II listed historic venue which superbly shows off the Victorian splendour of Buxton. Situated in the heart of the spa town it is a beautiful example of the heritage that runs throughout the town. 

A venue that is truly a place for all the family to visit. We offer 23 acres of gardens to explore with a boating lake, miniature train, play areas, fountains and wildlife to see.  

The main building offers a botanical garden with a fishpond, flower shop, retail area, art gallery, cinema and the amazing Octagon Hall that houses all our large events. (Link below)    

https://www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk/centre/the-pavilion-gardens/events

We also house several different areas for refreshments, the Ice Cream Parlour, Pavilion Kitchen and Tea Rooms as well the Coffee Van, Kiosk and pop up outlets..   

Gardens favourites  

• Adventure Play Area - Open daily 

• Adventure Play Area Kiosk - Open weekends and school holidays 11am - 4pm (subject to weather)

• Forest Gin Gift shop - Open daily from 9.30am - 5pm 

• Art Gallery - Open daily from 9.30am - 5pm 

• Boating Lake  - Open weekend and school holidays 11am - 4pm (subject to weather)

• Gardens - Always open 

• Pavilion Kitchen  - Open daily from 9.30am - 5pm 

• Tea Rooms  - Open daily from 11am - 2pm 

• Ice Cream Parlour - Open daily 11am  - 4pm  

• Coffee Van - Open weekends 8.30am - 3pm 

• Flower Shop - Open Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 4pm  

• Toilets - Toilets across the park are currently open from 9:30am to 5pm daily. 

Please note in case of bad weather and low footfall some areas may close early or not at all on the day.

Key information: 

• Card only payments across the site.

• Open every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day 

• The Council operate the Car Park - £5.40 for over 4 hours (Cash or by phone)  

• Dogs welcome on a lead in the Gardens but not in the main building 

• No BBQ's

• Changing Places toilet available in line with the building opening.  

• We are committed to ensuring that our waste is managed carefully, we use compostable materials, recycle cardboard and minimise our plastic usage .