Thorp Perrow Arboretum Wildlife Park

Some of our eagle eyed visitors will have seen the beautiful memorial seat the Ropner family have laid at the bottom of the Cherry Avenue to celebrate the life of the late Sir John Ropner who worked tirelessly to turn the Arboretum into what you see today. The inscription reads ‘See the Generous Spirit of a Man who Planted Trees for Future Generations’ along with ‘Don’t waste time’ which runs along the bottom - two phrases which sum up this wonderful man who is greatly missed

If you have purchased tickets online for our Abba tribute night on Saturday, your tickets and event info emails should have arrived by now. It's worth checking your junk and/or clutter folder if you can't find them. Drop us an email at enquiries@thorpperrow.com if you need anything re-sending.
If you haven't got your tickets yet, don't leave it too late - we expect that the event will sell out.
Tickets available here: https://www.thorpperrow.com/abba-tribute- band-25th-aug/

We’ve had a great day today creating bug hotels, painting buggy rocks and going on a bug hunt!

Looking for something a bit different to entertain the kids this weekend? Buzz along to our Minibeast Day on Sunday and join in with some bug hunts, creepy crawlie crafts and help build a luxurious hotel for the Arboretum's minibeast residents! There is no need to book - just drop in between 11am and 4pm and join the fun.
£2 per child (Standard entry charges apply)

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR QUEEN TRIBUTE TOMORROW - PLEASE CALL 01677 427203

If you're coming to our Queen tribute band on Saturday and bought tickets online you should have received an email containing some information to help you have a great night. It may have snuck off into your junk or clutter folder. If you need us to send you it again, please drop us an email - enquiries@thorpperrow.com
See you on Saturday!

The very talented Rod Bennington has been exhibiting his beautiful photography of Thorp Perrow Arboretum Wildlife Park at the Joe Cornish Gallery - a sneak peak below. Its running until 30th August, so still lots of time to pop in when you are next in Northallerton

Ooooh, a cheeky giveaway in conjunction with Brymor Ice Cream

What a great idea, thanks Wriggles & Giggles. Has anyone spotted it yet?

Don't forget to keep posting your beautiful rocks, and any that you find here on our facebook page: www.facebook.com/ThorpPerrowRocks

Lots of you enjoying our Family Fun Day! Don't forget to post a picture of your decorated rock on our Thorp Perrow Rocks Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ThorpPerrowRocks

#happyyorkshireday to all our followers - have a wonderful day in this beautiful county, that we are all so lucky to call home #thorpperrowarboretum #northyorkshire #proudtobeyorkshire

Our phones and card machines are back up and running. Thanks for your patience while we got it sorted.

We want to say a huge congratulations to Bedale Camping & Caravanning Park who won the Camping and Caravanning Club's 'Best Certified Site' competition - a national competition voted for by members of the Camping and Caravanning Club.
Well done to Ross, Lorraine and the team for all their hard work!

Yorkshire folk are famed for being a hardy lot, and unafraid of a bit of rain and today was no different!! We were delighted to see so many pooches and their humans walking around the Thorp Perrow Estate for Yorkshire’s Biggest Dog Walk, led by The Yorkshire Vet​! @mysaintmichaels #yorkshiresbiggestdogwalk @thorp.perrow.arboretum #northyorkshire

No access to Yorkshire's Biggest Dog Walk via the Arboretum car park. Please follow signs for Snape.

Our card machines and phones are still down while we are awaiting an engineer. Please bring cash if you are visiting today. Tearoom and mobility scooter bookings: 07855671123

“Forest Bathing” with curator, Faith. We had the pleasure to have been involved with this wonderful experience. Relaxing, thought provoking, enlightening and entertaining too. You’ve got to experience this, it is one for all age groups.

As a male, in my late 40’s, I was accompanying my partner and her friend. I had no idea what My partner was getting me involved in, and I had to look it up online, still not much wiser and, if I’m honest, just a little sceptical. The session was so well explained by Faith, and without pressure we were invited and encouraged to experience this mindful sensory adventure with nature. One word - “Wow”!

I left the session suprisied as to just how mentally de-stressed, and tension free, I actually felt. Totally enjoyable experience and one that everyone should have on their “to do” list.

Thank you so much Faith.

Went last sat to the grotto - kids (4&2) loved following the 12 days of xmas trail. Grotto itself was magical, lots to see and the elf bedroom was a particular highlight! Santa Claus spent ages talking to 4yr old and both kids were totally smitten. Loved every minute finished off with a beautiful cake in the tearoom. A fantastic festive day!

We love going here room for the kids to run around while we take in the beautiful scenery and the ever changing colours of the gardens ..... it also has a lovely park, kids enjoy feeding the animals and watching the birds of prey and can finish off with something from the lovely cafe .... we have annual tickets as we can just pop by for a couple of hours or spend most of the day

We called in after our wedding for photos. We were made very welcome and the staff made us feel very special. What a beautiful place.

Visited today with wife, son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. The total cost was just short of £50. I think I got my money’s worth all by myself. The colours walking around the arboretum and the lake were unbelievable. I don’t mind admitting I was moved to tears by the sheer beauty of it all.

Definitely worth a visit even if all you do is walk and look.

Visited a couple of weeks ago and had a great day with the little ones. Also when in the cafe I had to breastfeed my 6 week old and the waitress very kindly brought me a glass of water without even being asked. I was very touched by this kind gesture so thank you.

Took our 8 and 5 year old boys here for a picnic - we were blown away by the exquisite beauty of this place. We were there about four hours but could easily have spent longer. Lovely woodland to explore, but the birds of prey really made it. George, Mildred, Colin, Evo and their handlers were fantastic. We hope to be back in summer, autumn and winter!

Such a lovely place so peaceful and calm great for families too!

Myself my husband my daughter and our little French bulldog puppy have found our new happy place can’t believe we haven’t found it sooner seeing as it’s so close to us such a beautiful happy place will be back once maybe twice a week! �

In my friend's own words "I've died and gone to heaven" thank you for an amazing day. The staff are second to none. Syinnong grounds which will stay in my friends memory for a very long time. I love it too every time I visit I find new things.

Have been visiting Thorpe Perrow for years now, since entry was via an 'honesty box' in fact and have watched it develop into a great place for a family day out. During early Autumn the changing colours of the trees and shrubs are a real treat, however there is always plenty of things to do and occupy your time throughout the whole year. The venue has childrens play area, a bird sanctuary with regular displays, a small farm style area with animals such as meerkats, goats, wallabies etc. There is ample seating around the extensive grounds as well as its own cafe and public toilets. Would highly recommend this venue to all who enjoy tranquil surroundings.

Had a great time today at the first Bird of Prey photo day. We were well looked after, the staff were very natural and worked with the group with was small in number. Highly recommend.

Had a fab day with hubby, daughter and granddaughters. We didn't arrive until lunchtime so will just have to come back as an afternoon simply wasn't enough time to explore your beautiful park. We made the most of the cafe where we had a nice lunch, the falconry show, the trail walk with the gorgeous wooden animals and the adventure playground which was great. We also feed the chickens, goats and wallabies. Well worth the entry fee, we can't wait to go back..

First visit on our first sunny spring day. My girls loved the Easter trail, exploring the park and feeding the animals. Just a gorgeous place. Can’t wait to visit again �

Busy at weekends but still large enough to loose yourself amongst the trees and flowers !

Beautiful place, wonderful walks, rare trees, fabulous falconry displays, cute wallabies and meerkats, great tea shop & plant � shop. Fun for all the family, what's not to love .

Amazing Santa experience, well done. It’s the little things that make it and you certainly made it a magical experience. My 6 year old and 2 year old loved it. A fantastic setting and a 15 minute walk through the woods just to build up the excitement ������

I thought it was nice to see the beautiful gardens but thought the birds of prey and mammals let it down. Half the cages were empty and all looked like they were in need of restoration. The duck pond was half empty of water and the sheep looked deshabilled. We did see a joey in the wallabies section which was a bonus. The cafe was nice and fresh and staff were friendly.

Shocking. Took the kids to the grotto today. For the price we paid for entry (£27.80 with military discount) I expected a much better experience. Even my 3 year old said it was nothing like he seen on the pictures on the website. The gifts! Well my one year old daughter got gifted a small packet of pound shop rubber ducks for the bath and the 3 year old got gifted a Thorp Perrow colouring book, with puzzles, cross words and word searches in. Not sure how many 3 year olds are capable of doing such puzzles but I've not met one yet. I have been to cheaper grottos in garden centres and had a better experience and better gifts.

“Forest Bathing” with curator, Faith. We had the pleasure to have been involved with this wonderful experience. Relaxing, thought provoking, enlightening and entertaining too. You’ve got to experience this, it is one for all age groups.

As a male, in my late 40’s, I was accompanying my partner and her friend. I had no idea what My partner was getting me involved in, and I had to look it up online, still not much wiser and, if I’m honest, just a little sceptical. The session was so well explained by Faith, and without pressure we were invited and encouraged to experience this mindful sensory adventure with nature. One word - “Wow”!

I left the session suprisied as to just how mentally de-stressed, and tension free, I actually felt. Totally enjoyable experience and one that everyone should have on their “to do” list.

Thank you so much Faith.

Went last sat to the grotto - kids (4&2) loved following the 12 days of xmas trail. Grotto itself was magical, lots to see and the elf bedroom was a particular highlight! Santa Claus spent ages talking to 4yr old and both kids were totally smitten. Loved every minute finished off with a beautiful cake in the tearoom. A fantastic festive day!

We love going here room for the kids to run around while we take in the beautiful scenery and the ever changing colours of the gardens ..... it also has a lovely park, kids enjoy feeding the animals and watching the birds of prey and can finish off with something from the lovely cafe .... we have annual tickets as we can just pop by for a couple of hours or spend most of the day

We called in after our wedding for photos. We were made very welcome and the staff made us feel very special. What a beautiful place.

Visited today with wife, son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. The total cost was just short of £50. I think I got my money’s worth all by myself. The colours walking around the arboretum and the lake were unbelievable. I don’t mind admitting I was moved to tears by the sheer beauty of it all.

Definitely worth a visit even if all you do is walk and look.

Visited a couple of weeks ago and had a great day with the little ones. Also when in the cafe I had to breastfeed my 6 week old and the waitress very kindly brought me a glass of water without even being asked. I was very touched by this kind gesture so thank you.

Took our 8 and 5 year old boys here for a picnic - we were blown away by the exquisite beauty of this place. We were there about four hours but could easily have spent longer. Lovely woodland to explore, but the birds of prey really made it. George, Mildred, Colin, Evo and their handlers were fantastic. We hope to be back in summer, autumn and winter!

Such a lovely place so peaceful and calm great for families too!

Myself my husband my daughter and our little French bulldog puppy have found our new happy place can’t believe we haven’t found it sooner seeing as it’s so close to us such a beautiful happy place will be back once maybe twice a week! �

In my friend's own words "I've died and gone to heaven" thank you for an amazing day. The staff are second to none. Syinnong grounds which will stay in my friends memory for a very long time. I love it too every time I visit I find new things.

Have been visiting Thorpe Perrow for years now, since entry was via an 'honesty box' in fact and have watched it develop into a great place for a family day out. During early Autumn the changing colours of the trees and shrubs are a real treat, however there is always plenty of things to do and occupy your time throughout the whole year. The venue has childrens play area, a bird sanctuary with regular displays, a small farm style area with animals such as meerkats, goats, wallabies etc. There is ample seating around the extensive grounds as well as its own cafe and public toilets. Would highly recommend this venue to all who enjoy tranquil surroundings.

Had a great time today at the first Bird of Prey photo day. We were well looked after, the staff were very natural and worked with the group with was small in number. Highly recommend.

Had a fab day with hubby, daughter and granddaughters. We didn't arrive until lunchtime so will just have to come back as an afternoon simply wasn't enough time to explore your beautiful park. We made the most of the cafe where we had a nice lunch, the falconry show, the trail walk with the gorgeous wooden animals and the adventure playground which was great. We also feed the chickens, goats and wallabies. Well worth the entry fee, we can't wait to go back..

First visit on our first sunny spring day. My girls loved the Easter trail, exploring the park and feeding the animals. Just a gorgeous place. Can’t wait to visit again �

Busy at weekends but still large enough to loose yourself amongst the trees and flowers !

Beautiful place, wonderful walks, rare trees, fabulous falconry displays, cute wallabies and meerkats, great tea shop & plant � shop. Fun for all the family, what's not to love .

Amazing Santa experience, well done. It’s the little things that make it and you certainly made it a magical experience. My 6 year old and 2 year old loved it. A fantastic setting and a 15 minute walk through the woods just to build up the excitement ������

I thought it was nice to see the beautiful gardens but thought the birds of prey and mammals let it down. Half the cages were empty and all looked like they were in need of restoration. The duck pond was half empty of water and the sheep looked deshabilled. We did see a joey in the wallabies section which was a bonus. The cafe was nice and fresh and staff were friendly.

Shocking. Took the kids to the grotto today. For the price we paid for entry (£27.80 with military discount) I expected a much better experience. Even my 3 year old said it was nothing like he seen on the pictures on the website. The gifts! Well my one year old daughter got gifted a small packet of pound shop rubber ducks for the bath and the 3 year old got gifted a Thorp Perrow colouring book, with puzzles, cross words and word searches in. Not sure how many 3 year olds are capable of doing such puzzles but I've not met one yet. I have been to cheaper grottos in garden centres and had a better experience and better gifts.