# Elvaston Castle — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This magnificent Derbyshire estate welcomes families to wander through elegant historic grounds, spot wildlife in peaceful parkland, and enjoy refreshments at the onsite café after your adventure. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/elvaston/attractions/elvaston-castle (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Elvaston Castle Elvaston Country Park, Borrowash Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1278486026651949096&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Ms_Zingara](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102088363565817194354) **In short:** Elvaston Castle is a park in Elvaston, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5,177 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Elvaston Castle This magnificent Derbyshire estate welcomes families to wander through elegant historic grounds, spot wildlife in peaceful parkland, and enjoy refreshments at the onsite café after your adventure. ## What's nearby - St Bartholomew's Church, Elvaston next door - Elvaston Cricket Club 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What visitors say [Xp Master](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101764773160318002926/reviews) ★★★★★ The ice cream from one of the vans got me diarrhoea. Don’t eat the machine ice cream since it’s probably not cleaned. I would recommend other ice cream like Flake 99 and others to not make you sick for the next day. Other than that, the park is nice. You can walk through a forest, take your child to the playground, and more You can take pictures! · via Google [Chelsee-Ann Williams](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100053013712742248640/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely castle and grounds. My partner hadn't been here before and I've not been since a small child. Was gutted we couldn't view the castle, sure hope the council pulls their finger out as the castle is stunning and grand. The grounds are stunning even more so in spring and summer months. Summer is amazing for picnics and days out. I took over 60 photos there's alot to upload but we viewed everything, the graveyard and church is stunning architecture too. There's a soapery, cafe, and giftshop and food stalls. Images from all over the grounds · via Google [Simon James Swalwell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109812409437923804287/reviews) ★★★★★ Great architecture set in wonderful woodlands & manicured gardens. *Tip* Between 1000-1400 on weekends there is a van on the courtyard selling the best pastries/cakes & coffee. · via Google [Linda Byrne](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105050635125667940198/reviews) ★★★★★ Revisiting old haunts. This place is as beautiful as I remembered it. Stunning grounds, rhododendrons all flowering. Easy paths to walk along, exploring. Cafe in the castle courtyard great for a drink and a cake. · via Google Visitors say this country park offers beautiful, extensive grounds with varied walking paths, gardens, and a lake, making it ideal for families and dog walkers. They also highlight the convenient and ample parking, as well as the pleasant cafe with good food and drinks. Others mention the well-maintained public toilets and the peaceful atmosphere. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Derby, DE72 3EP [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.8923104%2C-1.3949231) **Category** Castles & Palaces **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (5,177 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Elvaston [More attractions in Elvaston](https://staycation.co.uk/elvaston/attractions) ★ 4.6 (5,177 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/leisure/countryside/countryside_sites/country_parks/elvaston/default.asp?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01629 533870](tel:01629533870) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Elvaston **Postcode** DE72 3EP **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C4WVJR4+W2 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4879efd934ad281b:0xc2effb8a817c851e!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4879efd934ad281b:0xc2effb8a817c851e!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Elvaston Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DElvaston%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/elvaston/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/elvaston/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Elvaston Castle? Elvaston Castle is open Mon–Sun 9am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Elvaston Castle any good? Elvaston Castle is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5,177 Google reviews. ### Is Elvaston Castle dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Elvaston Castle. ### Is Elvaston Castle good for children? Yes, Elvaston Castle is listed as good for children. ### Is Elvaston Castle indoors or outdoors? Elvaston Castle has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Elvaston Castle suitable for? Elvaston Castle suits all ages. ### Is there parking at Elvaston Castle? Yes: paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Elvaston Castle? 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