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Activities

Whether its on foot, bike, or on water, there are so many activities you can do to get the most out of Milton Keynes' parks.

Nature Activities

Check out our range of outdoor activities designed to help everyone get closer to nature and give local wildlife a helping hand.

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Tree Species Near Campbell Park With Head Sculpture
Tree ID

Learn more about the wonderful tree species that can be found in Milton Keynes parks by using our beginner-friendly Tree ID guide.

Howe Park Wood Media
Forest Bathing

This Japanese art involves connecting with nature, engaging your senses and taking in everything that is around you.
How To Create a Mini Pond

Make a mini pond with your family and discover what nature you can attract to your garden!
Robin sat on branch in park
How To Make a Bird Feeder

Give birds a helping hand in winter by making a bird feeder for your garden.
Pink and blue flowers in meadow
How to Sow Wildflower Seeds

Planting wildflowers is a brilliant thing to do to support pollinators like bees and butterflies.
How To Make a Bug Hotel

Collect natural items from the parks to create your very own mini bug hotel with this guide.
Lady bird on flower
How To Bug Hunt

Become a nature detective in the parks with our bug hunting guide.
How To Make a Stump Garden

Make a stump garden using old tree stumps and logs and create a wonderful habitat for insects and amphibians.
Upcoming events

We host around 500 events and activities every year including guided walks, fun runs, cycle rides, workshops and more. Browse what's coming up in your local parks.

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Howe Park Wood

Tree Tots

10/10/2024

Weekly nature play sessions at Howe Park Wood.
Group of people walking through Great Linford Manor Park towards Manor house
Great Linford Manor Park

Great Linford Manor Park Guided Walk

11/10/2024

Join the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park on a guided walk to discover the historic features of this unique site.
People with their hands up dancing at music event
Campbell Park

Ibiza Orchestra Experience

11/10/2024

Enjoy an evening of Ibiza anthems played by 26 piece live orchestra.
Shenley Wood

Walk & Talk: Shenley Wood and MK's ancient woodlands

11/10/2024

Join us for an introduction to the woodland and the plants and animals that live there.
Oktoberfest stage with audience
Campbell Park

Oktoberfest

12/10/2024

The annual Oktoberfest returns to Campbell Park in Milton Keynes.
Boardwalk at Caldecotte Brook in Milton Keynes
Caldecotte Brook

Discovery Stroll: Caldecotte Brook

15/10/2024

Discover the Caldecotte Brook in Milton Keynes on this free guided walk.
Row of cans lined up in Campbell Park Milton Keynes with Hotel La Tour in background
Campbell Park

MK Can Quest

16/10/2024

Support MK Foodbank by taking part in their 2024 fundraising challenge event.
Campbell Park

Descriptive Guided Walk: Campbell Park Art

17/10/2024

Audio-described guided walk of the public art in Campbell Park.
Child picking apples from tree branch
Ouzel Valley Park

Apple Day

19/10/2024

Discover the delights of the season at Woughton on the Green Community Orchard.
Broughton Brook

Woof Walk: Broughton Brook

26/10/2024

Let your dog explore and socialise at Broughton Brook
Two people sat at a table eating a burger at a street food event
Willen Lake

Willen Lake Flavour Fest

26/10/2024

Join us for street food, bar, music, face painting and our Halloween Trail.
Shovel With Bulbs On It Outdoors
Kingsmead

Make a Difference Day: Bulb Planting at Kingsmead

26/10/2024

Make a difference in your local parks by helping us plant bulbs.

Parks & Ride: Tattenhoe Valley

27/10/2024

Monthly family bike ride exploring the parks of Milton Keynes
Howe Park Wood

Nature Craft for Children

29/10/2024

Nature craft for children during October Half Term at Howe Park Wood.
Orange Cattle Creepy logo
Ouse Valley Park

Cattle Creepy 10K

29/10/2024

Join Big Cow Events on a spooky Halloween run starting from Wolverton.
Howe Park Wood

Howe Park Wood Open Mornings: Spiders, Hedgehogs and Fungi

29/10/2024

Join us this October Half Term for our exciting Open Mornings.

Children picking up litter from a park
Glebe Farm

Family Litter Pick: Glebe Farm

30/10/2024

Join us with your family for a litter pick in the green space at Glebe Farm.
Two people running together at Willen Lake North with Peace Pagoda in the background
Willen Lake

Parks & Run: Willen Lake North

03/11/2024

Enjoy a free group run whilst enjoying the scenery of Willen Lake North.
Linford Wood

Community Litter Pick: Linford Wood

04/11/2024

Help make a difference in your local park.
Blue ice skates on skating rink
Willen Lake

Willen On Ice

07/11/2024

Get your skates on and join us at the lake for ice skating, rides and festive treats this winter.
Group of people walking across a bridge
Caldecotte Lake

Women's Walking Network: Caldecotte Lake

07/11/2024

Explore Caldecotte Lake with our monthly women's walking group.
Campbell Park

Stars in the Park

09/11/2024

Prepare to be mesmerized as we invite you to a captivating stargazing evening.
Poppies on top of pillar at the Milton Keynes Rose in Campbell Park
Milton Keynes Rose

Armistice Day

11/11/2024

Annual service and silence at 11am to commemorate the end of World War I.
Howe Park Wood

Talk: Biodiversity in our Parks

11/11/2024

Find out about the range of wildlife and habitats across the parks in Milton Keynes.
Shenley Wood

Woof Walk: Shenley Woods

13/11/2024

Let your dog explore and socialise at Shenley Wood.
Lake with warehouse in the background at Magna Park in Milton Keynes
Broughton Brook

Discovery Stroll: Magna Park

19/11/2024

Explore the area of Broughton Brook on a free guided walk of the area.
Stony Stratford

Woof Walk: Stony Stratford Nature Reserve

30/11/2024

Let your dog explore and socialise at Stony Stratford Nature Reserve
Person running through Milton Keynes park
Ouzel Valley Park

Parks & Run: Ouzel Valley Park

01/12/2024

Join our volunteers for a scenic run through the Ouzel Valley Park.
Campbell Park

Walk & Talk: Winter Tree ID

03/12/2024

Learn how to identify common trees in winter.
Group of people doing a litter pick in Milton Keynes park
Walton Lake

Community Litter Pick: Walton Lake

03/12/2024

Get outdoors and help the local environment at this volunteering task.
Campbell Park

Workshop: Festive Wreaths

04/12/2024

Get in the spirit of the festive season with our eco-friendly wreath making session
Group of people walking through park in Milton Keynes
Howe Park Wood

Women's Walking Network: Howe Park Wood

05/12/2024

Don't miss the last walk of the year with our monthly women's walking group.
Person running along a river wearing MK Half Marathon T Shirt
Willen Lake

Milton Keynes Winter Half Marathon

08/12/2024

Enter now to enjoy a single lap course of Milton Keynes' parks.
Family signing carols with Christmas tree in the background
Tree Cathedral

Carols at the Cathedral

08/12/2024

Get in the festive spirit at our annual carols event in the parks.
View of Lodge Lake through trees
Lodge Lake

Discovery Stroll: Lodge Lake

17/12/2024

Explore the area of Lodge Lake on this free guided walk.