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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

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

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.

Campbell Park trail sign infront of the Milton Keynes Rose sculpture

Campbell Park Trail

Discover the legacy of Milton Keynes' central park with this free trail. See photos past and present and listen to interviews with those who helped create the park.

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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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Orange Halloween Trail sign at Willen Lake in Milton Keynes

Halloween Trail

Enjoy a free Halloween trail running every day during the October half term holidays.

Two people running together at Willen Lake North with Peace Pagoda in the background

Parks & Run: Willen Lake North

Come along to November's fun run event at Milton Keynes' most popular park.

Loughton Valley Park

Wheelchair Ramble: Loughton Valley Park

Guided wheelchair ramble, designed to build confidence in visiting our parks.

Floodplain Forest

Walk & Talk: Willow, Wetlands and Waders

Join us to celebrate wonderful wetland habitats and the birdlife that lives at the Floodplain Forest.

Accessible pathway around Willen Lake

Inclusive Stroll: Willen Lake South

Join the Inclusive Strolls for a guided introductory walk through Milton Keynes’ green spaces.

Women walking past Caldecotte Lake in Milton Keynes

Caldecotte Lake

Women's Walking Network: Caldecotte Lake

Explore Caldecotte Lake at this monthly walking group for women.

Two children playing in outdoor area

Tree Tots

Join us for an outdoor nature play session at Howe Park Wood.

Bee resting on yellow flower

Community Volunteering: Nectar Garden Nurturers

Join us for a morning of nurturing and prepping our nectar garden for pollinators.

Person litter picking holding bin bag

Milton Keynes Rose

Community Litter Pick: Milton Keynes Rose

Volunteer your time to help take care of your local parks at this Litter pick in Campbell Park.

Two people sat drinking coffee inside church

Great Linford Manor Park

5 Ways Cafe at St. Andrew's Church

Come along for a cuppa, a chat or a gentle guided walk at the dementia friendly cafe.

Rose wreaths on Milton Keynes Rose sculpture in Campbell Park

Milton Keynes Rose

Armistice Day

Annual service and silence at 11am to commemorate the end of the First World War.

Woof Walk: Shenley Wood

Let your dog explore and socialise around Shenley Wood.

Group of people walking through Great Linford Manor Park towards Manor house

Great Linford Manor Park

Great Linford Manor Park Guided Walk

Join the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park on a guided walk to discover the historic features of this unique site.

Parenting pushing child on skating aid at Willen On Ice

Willen On Ice

Get your skates on and join us at the lake for ice skating, rides and festive treats this winter.

Talk: Floodplains, Lakes, Ponds & Rivers of MK

Find out more about the fascinating flood defence systems that can be found in Milton Keynes at this insightful talk.

Stars in the Park 2025

Prepare to be mesmerized as we invite you to a captivating stargazing evening.

Stony Stratford

Woof Walk: Stony Stratford Nature Reserve

Let your dog explore and socialise around Stony Stratford Nature Reserve.

Workshop: Festive Wreaths

Create your own decoration from natural materials sourced in your local parks.

Women in jackets and hats walking in the park

Women's Walking Network: Howe Park Wood

Explore Howe Park Wood at the final event for 2025 with the Women's Walking Network.

Group of runners going down a path in the park

Ouzel Valley Park

Parks & Run: Ouzel Valley Park

Come along to the last Parks & Run of the year along the Ouzel Valley.