Panshanger Park is 400 hectares of stunning Hertfordshire countryside
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Panshanger Park is a vital and cherished green space, offering a sanctuary for both wildlife and the local community.
Owned and managed by Tarmac and located in the heart of Hertfordshire, this 1,000-acre park combines the beauty of natural landscapes with rich historical features, creating a unique and accessible environment for recreation, relaxation, and learning.
Upcoming events
Panshanger Park hosts an array of events throughout the year, offering something for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and families alike.
Visitors can enjoy guided nature walks such as the popular Dragonfly Walks where experts lead tours to observe and learn about local dragonfly species. For young adventurers, the Nature Explorers group provides engaging outdoor activities. History buffs can step back in time during the History & Heritage Walk, which retraces Queen Victoria's 1841 visit to the park.
Guided Walk
Friday 27th March
10:00am - 13:00pm
Come and join Park Ranger Sam on a guided winter walk along the River Mimram and discover stretches of the river not usually accessible to the public. Learn how this special Chalk stream is cared for and the important work rangers carry out to protect the riverbanks and prevent erosion.
Hidden World
Saturday 11th April
10:30am - 12:30pm
Join Jane, our volunteer geologist as she takes you on a guided walk to discover the geology beneath your feet, how the underlying chalk was formed, why we have a chalk stream here, and how we have different types of gravel in the valley and on its surrounding slopes.
Nature Explorers
Sunday 19th April
5:30am- 7.30am
Join us for exciting monthly sessions where young explorers (ages 8–12) can develop outdoor skills, spark curiosity about the natural world, and enjoy hands-on adventures in the beautiful surroundings of Panshanger Park.
Mindscape Walk
Wednesday 22nd April
12:30am - 15:00pm
A gentle guided experience that blends mindful sensory exploration and nature immersion. As participants move along the trail they are invited to notice subtle sights, soothing natural sounds and calming textures beneath their feet and fingertips.
Great Oat Walk
Saturday 9th May
10:30am - 12:30pm
Led by David, our knowledgeable volunteer historian, this guided walk will take you through the northern section of the park. Along the way, David will share the fascinating story of the family who once called this place home, including the significant events that shaped their legacy.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 30th May
11:00am - 13:00pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 30th May
13:30pm - 15:30pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 27th June
11:00am - 13:00pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 18th July
11:00am - 13:00pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 18th July
13:30pm - 15:30pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 22nd August
11:00am - 13:00pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 22nd August
13:30pm - 15:30pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
Dragonfly Walk
Saturday 19th September
11:00am - 13:00pm
Join dragonfly experts Tim Hill & Steve Brooks for a fascinating guided walk along the Panshanger Park Dragonfly Trail. Dive into the world of these incredible insects as you learn about their lifecycles, hunting techniques, and unique resting behaviors. Along the way, you'll also get the chance to identify different dragonfly species in their natural habitat.
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Latest news stories from Panshanger Park
Celebrating nature and conservation at Panshanger Park
On Thursday 5 March 2026, Panshanger Park will be hosting ‘The Nature of Panshanger Park 2026’ event, an evening dedicated to celebrating the park’s remarkable biodiversity and ongoing nature recovery work.
1,000 people attend the opening of new visitor facilities at Panshanger Park
Tarmac has officially opened new visitor facilities and a car park at Panshanger Park, marking another step forward in the ongoing transformation of the site.
New car park opening at Panshanger Park
A new visitor car park at Panshanger Park will be opening on Saturday 11th October.
Tarmac announces new parkland management plan for Panshanger Park
Tarmac is pleased to announce the development of a new parkland management plan for Panshanger Park.
Panshanger Park invites the community to celebrate Heritage Open Days
Panshanger Park is once again participating in this year’s Heritage Open Days.
Celebrating our chalk river
This summer, we’re inviting visitors to join us in celebrating one of the UK’s rarest and most beautiful natural features: the chalk river that flows through Panshanger Park.
Another successful 10k at Panshanger Park
Panshanger Park once again played host to the popular Welwyn 10k, now in its third successful year at the scenic Hertfordshire location.
Panshanger Park to host 2025 Welwyn 10k
Tarmac’s Panshanger Park will once again sponsor and host the Welwyn 10k on Sunday 22 June 2025.
Rare plant finds a new home at Panshanger Park
One of Britain’s rarest wetland plants has taken root at Panshanger Park, thanks to a major conservation effort to save it from extinction.
Nature at Panshanger Park
On the evening of 6th February, volunteers, conservationists, and local nature enthusiasts gathered at The Sele School for the sixth annual Nature of Panshanger Park conference.
