Trails & Activities

The Darwin Gardens car park is a popular meeting place for walkers and groups who often use the site as a start and end point for walks and visits to Ilkley Moor and the surrounding area.

The Darwin Gardens Millennium Green Trust has put together some suggested trails and activities that everyone can enjoy, including relaxing contemplation spots if you just need a moment of calm or a place to perch whilst you crack out your flask of tea. 

Water Trail: Walk 1 – Tarn and Moor

Water Trail: Walk 1 – Tarn and Moor

Ilkley now has two new Water Trails that explore the town's rich H20 heritage. The first Water Trail (Walk 1 Tarn and Moor – see above) leads you...
Winter Time at Darwin Gardens

Winter Time at Darwin Gardens

Wrap up warm, ensure your outerwear is waterproof and footwear sturdy and venture up Mill Ghyll enjoying the pretty stream and little footpath...
The Darwin Gardens Trail

The Darwin Gardens Trail

We’ve put together this handy trail and map to help you discover Darwin Gardens and help you make the most of your visit. We think you’ll be amazed...

Contemplation Spots at Darwin Gardens

The purpose of Darwin Gardens is to provide an area of relaxation, enjoyment and contemplation for residents and visitors.  With very few exceptions...
Millenium maze

Millennium Green Maze

A key feature of Darwin Gardens is the unique Millennium Green Maze which was designed by Dr John Haigh of Ilkley and laid in May 2000 by Bradford...