Highfields Park is ideal for a spring walk

A spring morning at Highfields Country Park

Highfields Park is one of our favourite places to visit in the city

Going for a walk doesn’t always have to be hard work.

Sure, we love to go for a hike through the countryside spotting cows, and taking in unparalleled views but there’s nothing wrong with a quick jaunt around the park to get your steps in.

And we think Highfields Park in Nottingham is the perfect place to do just that.

Set among around 21 hectares of plush parkland, it offers plenty of space to walk, jog, or picnic in style.

The Trent Building stands tall in the background of Highfields Park in Nottingham

The park is overlooked by the University of Nottingham’s iconic Trent Building which stands tall in the city’s skyline.

Its incredible proximity to the campus means it is often confused with the University Park. The park is accessible for all, helping to dismantle the divide between town and gown.

One of its best-loved features is the large lake, which acts as a centrepiece of the park. But don’t just stand by the side-lines and watch, here you can hire rowing boats, canoes, and kayaks.

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On Sunday mornings Nottingham Model Boat Club descends upon the park to sail their prized yachts.

The park also boasts several water features and exotic plants. Helping you to fully immerse yourself in nature!

Highfields Park also has a variety of amenities, including playgrounds for children, adventure golf, tennis courts, and a café where visitors can grab refreshments.

There is something so soothing about the trickle of a waterfall

In the summer, the lawns are heaving with socialising students, picnicking families, dog walkers, and professionals taking a moment to catch their breath.

We think it serves as a great place to slow down, read a book, and stretch our legs after a long day in the office - plus there is something so serene about the trickle of a waterfall.

Despite its city centre location, it offers brilliant respite from the non-stop hustle and bustle.

It can be accessed via a public footpath, there is also car parking for park users and tram and bus stops nearby.

Serene Nottingham park with University views is the perfect place for a stroll or picnic