Pensthorpe Natural Park

Exclusive after hour’s shopping event at Pensthorpe Natural Park starts Thursday 28th Nov. Escape the hustle and bustle of the high street in the lead up to Christmas, and come and discover unique bespoke gifts perfect for Christmas. From home-ware furniture to locally produced spirits, our late night shopping events offer you the chance to find the perfect Christmas gifts for any taste. These events will be taking place every Thursday until Christmas, starting Thursday 28th ...November, 5pm – 8pm. ⁠ .⁠ Parking is FREE. Members will receive an exclusive double discount at these events*.⁠ .⁠ *subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount.⁠ . . Find out more on our website: https://www.pensthorpe.com/event/late-nig ht-shopping-event/
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Interested in learning about habitat management? If so, why not join us on this special event focusing on habitat management work alongside our Reserve Manager, Richard Spowage. Tasks for the day include working in our new wetland area, clearing encroaching willow out of reed areas, and many more. This will be a perfect opportunity to engage with nature, meet new people and learn new skills from our Reserve Manager. Lunch is included.
*No previous skills are required
You can book your place with our admissions team by calling us on 01328 851465 or email us info@pensthorpe.com

Why not escape the hustle and bustle of the high street and join us on Sunday 24th November for our annual Christmas Market. You can discover the perfect unique Christmas gift ideas, from bespoke crafts to delicious treats made by local producers, a festive event for all tastes. ⁠ .⁠ Live Music, complimentary mulled wine and mince pies for members.⁠

We are delighted to welcome the Norfolk Craft Guild to our Exhibition Room this autumn, from Saturday 16th Nov- Friday 22nd Nov. Discover bespoke creations from wood turning to metal clay jewellery, and find the perfect unique Christmas gift. ⁠

A little stretch after a long day's work! . A capture of our flamingo chick looking healthy and happy amongst our flamingo flock!

Don't let the cold weather stop you from enjoying the wonderful displays autumn brings. Discover the golden and amber hues that still peer through in our gardens and across the reserve.

Hootz House & WildRootz are the perfect locations for your child to have a memorable birthday party. We’ll provide the invitations, food and play, all you need to do is turn up!⁠ .⁠ Party packages are available for a minimum of ten children, with a recommendation of one adult per two children.⁠ For more information visit our website⁠:
https://www.pensthorpe.com/venue-hire/par ties/

Spaces are quickly filling up for our Four Gardens Winter Walk special event on Friday 22nd Nov. Book your place now on this exclusive guide with our Head Gardener, Jonathan, and discover the transition from the amber and golden hues autumn has brought to the wonderful winter displays. . Find out more on our website . https://www.pensthorpe.com/event/four-gar dens-winter-walk/

As we slowly head towards the festive season things are starting to look merry and bright here at Pensthorpe! Why not escape the hustle and bustle of the high street and join us on Sunday 24th November for our annual Christmas Market. Discover the perfect unique Christmas gift ideas, from bespoke crafts to delicious treats made by local producers, a festive event for all tastes. . . Find out more via our website: https://www.pensthorpe.com/event/christma s-market-2/

We love to share our visitor's photos and thoughts. Many thanks Sianmarie for sharing your experience with us! . . . "Absolutely wonderful place to visit! We have annual passes and the whole family love it.
... The play areas are brilliant for all ages, I have a 10 year old and a 4 year old, the children could spend all day on them! I also have a 7 month old baby who is really starting to take notice of the world around him, so it’s sensory heaven for him.
There are so many walks around the beautiful flower gardens and lakes, they’re so peaceful even on a busy day. The cafe serve some lovely food and tasty cakes and treats. There are also plenty of outdoor areas to take a picnic along with you.
We also love getting involved with pond dipping and the stamp trail."
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Interested in learning about habitat management? If so, why not join us on this special event focusing on habitat management work alongside our Reserve Manager, Richard Spowage. Tasks for the day include working in our new wetland area, clearing encroaching willow out of reed areas, and many more. This will be a perfect opportunity to engage with nature, meet new people and learn new skills from our Reserve Manager. ⁠ .⁠ No previous skills are required! Find out more:
https://www.pensthorpe.com/event/scrub-ba shing-day/

Celebrating Halloween this weekend? We are offering 50% off on all of our Halloween stock from our shop! Don't forget, parking is FREE, and our October Half Term event is still running until Sunday 3rd November. ⁠

Sighting update: A couple of marsh harriers were spotted hanging around near our wetland hide earlier this morning.
#marshharrier #wetlands

We love to share our visitors adventures! A huge thank you to @Brynditheridgephotography for capturing this fantastic shot of our flamingo chick. Be sure to check out our flamingo flamboyance here at Pensthorpe if you haven't already. We have 49 flamingos in total, as well as our new addition to the flock.