Delapre Park in Summer

Delapre Abbey is a lovely place to visit if you are ever in Northampton. With a history spanning over 900 years, the abbey itself sure has an interesting story or two to tell. If you want to read more about this, go to Delapre Abbey‘s official website.

The surrounding park is a popular place for walkers and it’s great for photographers any time of the year. You’ll find yourself walking through woods, around a lake and across grasslands as you make your way around the abbey.

Let’s start exploring!

Walk through the woods leading towards the lake.

There are seats around the lake to take in the views.

Follow the path to the left of the lake. It doesn’t matter which way you go around the lake, but I always go left.

This fellow wanted to have his photograph taken and I couldn’t say no!

Glimpses of the lake through the trees never fail to make me feel excited about seeing more.

The overhanging trees make for some lovely reflections in the shimmering water.

The trees stand majestically in the woodland.

The lake is beautiful – very still, the water gently lapping onto the shore. It’s very peaceful.

Unless the water is disturbed by people enjoying themselves on speed boats.

These geese were on a family outing.

While this mother swan and her cygnets were doing some exploring of their own. I stood still and watched while they came ever closer.

Walking through the grasslands, you might see horses grazing – and geese doing the same!

There are more woods to wander through as you walk towards the abbey again. This tree looks like it’s taking part in a strange praying ritual!

And into the gardens for a final couple of photographs.

I hope you enjoyed the walk around Delapre Park in the Summer. Next time, we’ll visit in the winter.