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Pensthorpe Wildlife & GardensPensthorpe Wildlife & Gardens

Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens  Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens

Pensthorpe is a great place to get children involved in wildlife and the great outdoors. Not only is there a huge variety of birds and wildlife to spot, but families can choose from a range of activities to engage everyone whatever their age. Feed the birds at one of our specialist locations, get stuck in with our wildlife tracker trail or try your hand at pond dipping
From the structural beauty of the Millennium Garden, to the lush foliage in the Wave Garden; the habitat-specific Wildlife Habitat Garden and the more subtle, traditionally-managed flood plain of the Wildflower Meadow, Pensthorpe is able to provide year round colour and interest. Whether a serious gardener or someone who just appreciates beauty our gardens are truly inspirational.
Seasonal migrants and increasing numbers of resident birds all benefit from the diverse range of habitats and sympathetic way the Pensthorpe is managed . The Reserve is regionally recognised as a breeding site for many species that are of limited distribution in the UK, including Little Ringed Plover, Sandmartin, and Marsh Harrier.
Our Courtyard café serves delicious home cooked food , snacks and picnic boxes throughout the day to help feed healthy appetites.

View key to symbolskeyGift shop On-site catering Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for groups Facilities for educational visits On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Wheelchairs available Accepts groups Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Children welcomeDisabled accessDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)

Prices


2013:
Adults £9.75, Children (4-16) £6.25, Seniors (60+) £8.00. Group (15+) /school discounts available. Under 4's are free.

 

Contact

Mark Noble
Tel: 01328 851465
View the Pensthorpe Wildlife & Gardens websitewww.pensthorpe.com
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Venue

Pensthorpe Wildlife & Gardens

Pensthorpe, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0LN

View the Pensthorpe Wildlife & Gardens websitewww.pensthorpe.com

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Map 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 Nature Reserve and Gardens.

Parking : free

Nearest station : 18 miles (29.0 kms) from King's Lynn station

Norfolk Tourism Award Winner 2005; National Environmental Award 2005, Berry Savory Award 2004/05.

VistEngland VAQASNorfolk Tourist Attractions Association memberSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

Also at this venue

Pensthorpe Wildlife & GardensPensthorpe Wildlife & Gardens
Millennium GardenMillennium Garden
Courtyard Cafe & Conservation ShopCourtyard Cafe & Conservation Shop
Group VisitsGroup Visits
Group Eating OutGroup Eating Out
Educational VisitsEducational Visits
Pensthorpe Conservation ShopPensthorpe Conservation Shop

Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Sat 25 May 2013 - Sun 2 Jun 2013 Nature in Wonderland
Thu 25 Jul 2013 - Wed 4 Sep 2013 Summer Fun- Silver
Sat 24 - Mon 26 Aug 2013 Mediaeval Spectacular
Sat 14 Sep 2013 Specialist Plant Day
Sat 5, Sun 6 Oct 2013 Vintage Fair
Sat 26 Oct 2013 - Sun 3 Nov 2013 Trick or Tweet

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)

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Baby changing facilities

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

General

  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility

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