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Campbell Park

Residing in the heart of Milton Keynes, this Grade II listed landscape connects the city centre to the linear park network.

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Campbell Park with Onwards and Upwards public art and the Pavilion in the background

About Campbell Park

Campbell Park is Milton Keynes' city centre park. Visitors can discover public art, water features, the Grand Union Canal, a cricket pitch and an amphitheatre. It is also home to The Parks Trust offices which are located in The Pavilion. Scale the belvedere during your visit to take in the expansive views across North East Milton Keynes and Bedfordshire.

Drone photo of tractor cutting hay in Campbell Park
Wildflower Meadows

The park boasts rich wildflower meadows. In summer you may spot our tractors hay cutting and come winter you'll be able to see our sheep carrying out their important grazing work. Managing the landscape this way helps to develop the wildflower meadow which benefits local pollinators.

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Downhill path in Campbell Park in summer
Historic Status

This park has been awarded Grade II status by Historic England due to its historic interest and innovative architectural design. Campbell Park is one of the largest parks to be laid out in England in the 20th and 21st Century. The design takes on elements from the 18th and 19th Century and fuses them into a contemporary design fitting for our pioneering new city.

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Public art with pillars Milton Keynes Rose in Campbell Park
Milton Keynes Rose

A public space designed for commemoration, celebration and contemplation. Developed in partnership by The Parks Trust and the Cenotaph Trust, with support from Milton Keynes Council.

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Campbell Park Public Art

The original vision for Campbell Park was for it to be the cultural heart of the city, with sculptures sited in the park alongside art installations, performances and temporary shows. Today you can see thirteen pieces of public art within the park.

Public Art
a metal sphere best descripted as flat metal lines combined creating a not full formed sphere

Armillary Sphere

Armillary Sphere (1995) Created by Justin Tunley, located in the Labyrinth at Campbell Park.
Wooden sculpture with stool in Campbell Park in Milton Keynes

Cave

Cave (2011) Concrete and wood sculpture by Ivan and Heather Morison.
an almost square rock with a swan and person carved into it

Leda and the Swan

Leda and the swan (1992) Granite sculpture by Ronald Rae, inspired by Greek mythology.
a large stone with a person carved into it

War Veteran

War Veteran (2015) Life-sized sculpture by Ronald Rae, carved from granite and installed in Campbell Park.
The image shows a tall, abstract metal sculpture with a deep reddish hue, prominently displayed in a landscaped area. The sculpture features two elongated, interconnected loops designed to look like people. The area surrounding the sculpture is fenced off with a black metal railing, and the ground is covered with low-lying greenery and small flowers. In the background, there are tall, leafy trees under a clear blue sky, creating a peaceful and well-maintained park-like setting.

Chain Reaction

Chain Reaction (1992) Iconic public art piece by Rae Smith, symbolizing interconnectedness.
this is a large rectangular stone of which a skeleton of an animal has been created as well as a person

Animals in War

Animals in War (1998) Granite sculpture by Ronald Rae, honouring animals that died in wars.
this piece of art started of as twigs intertwined to create a den like structure however as time as passed is as grown leaves to create a large bush like appearance with vibrant leaves

Circle Dance

Circle Dance (1997) Living sculpture by Clare Wilks, crafted from willow trees by the canal.
this stone structure has 3 varying vertical rectangular poles however between the 2nd a 3rd pole a large stone ball has been merged into the gap between the poles

Gnomon

Gnomon (1994) Slate and bronze sculpture by Peter Bowker, referencing Milton Keynes’ ley-line.
A black wooden sculpture resembling two branching structures stands amidst dense greenery and tall grass in a wooded area. The sculpture is surrounded by trees and foliage, blending into the natural environment.

Support

Support (2019) Black-painted oak sculpture by Alec Finlay, commemorating Mike Stanley.
The image depicts an outdoor memorial featuring cylindrical pillars of varying heights arranged on a tiled platform under a clear blue sky. Each pillar is inscribed with important dates or events, such as "HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY" and "LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES." The installation includes a dome-like structure in the background, with trees and greenery visible. The design invites reflection on significant historical moments.

Milton Keynes Rose

Milton Keynes Rose (2014) Public space created by Gordon Young in Campbell Park for commemoration, celebration, and contemplation.
Campbell Park Light Pyramid and Beacon

Light Pyramid

Light Pyramid (2012) White steel beacon by Liliane Lijn, replacing an original damaged by lightning.
A tall wooden totem pole with carved and painted human figures stands upright in a grassy area surrounded by lush green trees. The totem pole is prominently positioned with a clear blue sky in the background

Onwards and Upwards

Onwards and Upwards (2010) Sweet chestnut sculpture by Robert Koenig, symbolizing growth.
a large metal head made of metal, it is a copper colour as you walk around the piece the head becomes almost 3D as a second head is slotted through the middle of the first

Head

Head (1990) Corten steel sculpture by Allen Jones, creating a 3D illusion of a human head.
Events in Campbell Park

Discover what events are taking place in Campbell Park this year.

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Autumnal Campbell Park Drone Shot looking towards Central Milton Keynes
Campbell Park

Off-road Cycle Trail

Challenge yourself on our 2.5km fun and challenging permanent off-road cycling route in Campbell Park!
Group of people orienteering in Poplar Plantation
Campbell Park

Orienteering

Explore Milton Keynes with this fun sport in which participants have to find their way around with the aid of a map and compass.
Campbell Park

Walk & Talk: Winter Tree ID

03/12/2024

Learn how to identify common trees in winter.
Campbell Park

Workshop: Festive Wreaths

04/12/2024

Get in the spirit of the festive season with our eco-friendly wreath making session
Campbell Park

Walk & Talk: Buds, Bark & Berries

22/01/2025

Find out how to identify trees in Winter.