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Pensthorpe Natural Park
Pensthorpe Natural Park
Nature Reserve, next open Thu 6 Sep 2018 - Tue 1 Jan 2019, £9-£11.95
VISITENGLAND QUALITY ASSURED VISITOR ATTRACTION, SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AWARD 2008 NTAA MEMBER, NORTH NORFOLK ATTRACTIONS
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Pensthorpe Natural Park,
Fakenham,
Norfolk,
NR21 0LN
Details
Multiple WINNER of Norfolk's Best Large Attraction (EDP Norfolk Tourism Awards), Pensthorpe Natural Park is perfect as a full day out for families, bird watchers, wildlife enthusiasts and garden lovers. Located along the river Wensum, in the heart of North Norfolk, you can explore 700 acres of woodland walks and lakes; four stunning gardens, including the Millennium Garden designed by renowned plantsman Piet Oudolf; WildRootz - a huge outdoor adventure playground and; Hootz House, an award winning indoor play area, which is great for kids of all ages, including big kids that are young at heart! There’s also a soft play area especially for the really little ones.
Hop on the Pensthorpe Explorer* and take a behind the scenes tour to discover the secret side of the Wensum Valley, enjoy delicious home cooked food in the Courtyard café and shop until you drop in one of North Norfolk’s largest shops.
*additional charge
Open every day throughout the year except 24th-26th December 10am-5pm (1st March—31st December) / 10am—4pm (January-February)
Norfolk's Best Large Attraction 2015. Hootz House voted Best Sustainable Project 2015. Norfolk's Best Large Attraction 2014. Norfolk Tourism Award Winner 2005; National Environmental Award 2005, Berry Savory Award 2004/05.
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Thu 6 Sep 2018 - Tue 1 Jan 2019 | Mon - Sun 10:00 17:00 |
Prices
2018:
Adults: £11.95, Seniors: £10.95, Children: £10.95
Events at this Venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Mon 3 Sep - Fri 30 Nov | Daily Bird Feed |
| Thu 18 - Sun 28 Oct | Trick or Tweet |
| Fri 19 Oct | David Lindo Talk |
| Thu 15 Nov | Late Night Shopping |
| Sun 25 Nov | Christmas Market |
| Thu 13 Dec | Late Night Shopping |
Location
Directions
Plan route using Google mapsMap reference: TF 947294 Lat: 52.82693 Long: 0.88847
By Road:
One mile east of Fakenham off the A1067 Norwich to Fakenham road.
By Public Transport:
From King's Lynn station it is 20 miles to Pensthorpe Natural Park.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 18 miles from King's Lynn station
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed
Norfolk's Best Large Attraction 2015. Hootz House voted Best Sustainable Project 2015. Norfolk's Best Large Attraction 2014. Norfolk Tourism Award Winner 2005; National Environmental Award 2005, Berry Savory Award 2004/05.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
- is gravel
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic Areas
- Baby changing facilities
General
- Clear signage
- Wheelchairs provided
- Free
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
Food
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Sugar free (diabetic)
- Gluten free (coeliacs)
- Vegetarian
- Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
- High chairs for children
- Children's menu
Notes
Although not all of our reserve is accessible via wheel chair given the nature of the attraction, special care has been taken to provide pathways and routes with a firm surface and wheel chair friendly access, these are highlighted on our Park Guide. Every attention has been paid to accessability for all abilities and ages and our wardens and staff are happy to reserve wheel chairs and assist wherever possible
