Pensthorpe Natural Park in west Norfolk.

Pensthorpe

Pensthorpe,Fakenham

Explore magical gardens, adventurous play, and a spacious nature reserve.

Pensthorpe is the ultimate destination for discovery, so it's of little surprise it was named as one of England's Top 3 visitor attractions in 2022.

The staggering 700-acre site includes five fabulous gardens and a species-rich nature reserve. Take a trail through wetlands and hedgerows, woodland and riverbanks, and farmland and water meadows. And duck into a bird hide along the way to get up close with feathered friends.

There are awesome activities for little nature lovers too. From our impressive outdoor eco-friendly play area, WildRootz, to rope bridges and snaking slides inside Hootz House. Enjoy a ride off-road on the Pensthorpe Explorer and check out fascinating fossils in the Discovery Centre. Finally, don’t forget to wet your beak at the Courtyard Café and stop in the shop for wildlife books, toys, bird feeders, and local produce.

Ideally located, close to Fakenham, Pensthorpe makes for an action-packed outing for the whole family. It’s where little adventures happen every day.

Please check the Pensthorpe website for opening times and prices.

 

Prices

Adults £14.95
Seniors £13.95
Children (Over 3’s) £13.95
Children (Under 3’s) FREE
Carers FREE with full paying admission

Awards

  • VistEngland VAQAS Gold VistEngland VAQAS Gold
    (2018)
  • Deep History Coast Experience Makers Deep History Coast Experience Makers
    (2021)
  • Norfolk Tourist Attractions Association member Norfolk Tourist Attractions Association member
    (2016)
  • WTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels
    (2021)
  • North Norfolk Attractions North Norfolk Attractions
    (2021)

Facilities

  • Regional Tourist Board Member
  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)
  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted
  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop
  • Postbox
  • Public toilets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome
  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site
  • Free Parking
  • Facilities for conferencing
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality
  • Education/study area
  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Facilities for groups
  • Guided tours for groups
  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Wheelchairs available

Opening times

Open Monday - Sunday, 10:00am - 5:00pm.

Location

Pensthorpe,
Fakenham,
Norfolk,
NR21 0LN

Directions

By Road: One mile east of Fakenham off the A1067 Norwich to Fakenham road.

By Public Transport: The X29 Norwich-Fakenham bus route stops at the end of Pensthorpe's drive, a five minute walk away from admissions. 

Accessible by Public Transport: King's Lynn station is 18 miles away.