Fairhaven Woodland And Water Garden

Here are some photos of John and Michael's latest project - rebuilding the boardwalk leading off the Kingfisher Path to the viewing platform. Their next job will be building a larger viewing platform. The project has been funded by Gift Aid donations.

One of our oak trees was struck by lightning yesterday. It appears not to have damaged the tree other than strip a groove of bark all the way down the trunk!

Here are Ronnie and Peter recommissioning the tea trailer following its refurbishment. The trailer will be back in action in the garden from this Thursday to the end of August, every day 11am to 3pm, serving hot and cold drinks and snacks.

Why not book now for a friend for National Afternoon Tea Week. At £10 per person its a great deal. We also do savoury afternoon teas for those without a sweet tooth. Please give 24 hours notice. Look forward to hearing from you!

The Fairhaven Cricket Club ~ speckled bush crickets. Photo by Tabs, our Wildlife Warden.

Take a journey into the night-time world of Fairhaven. Star gazing, bat detecting, unlocking the secret of rub light, encountering nocturnal wildlife and witnessing strange night phenomena. Discover the magic hidden in the dark when the sun goes down!
£9 adult; £6 child. Age 8+. Sorry no dogs allowed. Booking only event. To book please call 01603 270449 or go online.

A few photos of some of the lovely food that is going out of our kitchen today. Paul our chef is hard at work and has been here since early o'clock. Pictured are the Papworth Butchers sausages on creamy mash with Hall Farm runner beans and onion gravy. Also, Fairhaven quiche of leek and Binham Blue cheese with summer leaves and minted new potatoes. Yum!

Thank you very much to The Garden Pantry and Rushbrooke Crafts for helping us celebrate Norfolk Day

Here's our Norfolk Day Cake, created by Di and officially cut by Sally. Pop down and try some today along with our special Norfolk Day menu in the tearoom.

Celebrate our wonderful county with us on Norfolk Day with our delicious menu featuring Norfolk produce...
Cromer crab in a lime & ginger scented cream sauce on a pillow of linguine ~ £6.95
... Fairhaven quiche of leek and Binham Blue cheese, served with summer leaves & minted new potatoes ~ £6.25
Papworth Farm sausages on creamy mash with onion gravy & Hall Farm runner beans ~ £6.95
Fairhaven raspberry tart with creme patissiere & apricot glaze ~ £4.50
And a special Norfolk cake !
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To all dog owners: Please be aware that although the garden is shaded it is still very hot, especially mid day so we recommend not bringing your dogs between 12-3pm while this heat wave continues.

Its a perfect evening for outdoor theatre. We are selling tickets on the door for The Pantaloons' As You Like It at £13 adult / £11concession and members and £8 child. Bring a chair and picnic!

Can you name all 13 wild flowers photographed in our woodland today?

We are delighted to have The Garden Pantry on board for our Norfolk Day celebrations. Their multi award winning artisan jams, chutneys and sauces are made right here in the Norfolk countryside using home grown and local ingredients. They are also supplying our Norfolk Cream Teas with their homemade strawberry jam...

Looking for stallholders for Norfolk Day at Fairhaven. We are looking for great local producers of food, drink and crafts. We are open from 10am to 5pm and stallholders can set up from 9am or earlier. You will need to provide your own gazebo. The pitch is free. All we ask is that you bring along your very best and you shout out about it on social media. If you are interested please email bookings@fairhavengarden.co.uk. Thank you

Sneaky peek at our Norfolk Day menu celebrating the best of Norfolk produce. The food will be available in our tearoom all day on the day: Friday 27th July!

We have a surplus of lettuce and spring onion ~ 50p only! Fresh as you can get

walking in to the friendly lady on the till giving a warm welcome was a great start to what proved to be a great hidden gem of a garden,woodland and water garden was great to find 2 bird hides as well as seeing some birds on the broads from lots of open areas,great little gift shop we didn't try the cafe as it was nearly closing time certainly worth a visit �

Wonderful to escape to this tranquil place for pretty wooded walks, plentiful birdlife, and gorgeous trees and flowers, walked for ages took some great photos and saw 4 birds we've never seen before, didn't use cafe but looked good and homely and not overly pricey..will definately return another season

Went there with my mum, her partner and my 3year old nephew. It was full off woodlands walks and lovely things to look at. My nephew enjoyed looking for things. We throughly enjoyed the boat trip. The staff was lovely especially the one lady that looked after my nephew after he had a nasty fall on one off the steps leading up towards the gift shop. We would def go back. Xx

We had the most wonderful time today. Oscar's nature trail and questions for the boys just added to the excitement of exploring. The boat trip was also marvellous. This was nicely finished off with a home made chocolate eclair and a cup of tea and delicious ice cream. I would highly recommend a visit.

We had an amazing afternoon. Out of season and so much to see. My 4 and 2 year old really enjoyed running around and spotting all the signs of spring. We will be back later on in the season.

We had a wonderful day I am disabled and cannot walk too far but there are benches every where so I just sat down when I needed to also you can hire mobility scooters great boat ride to the abbey captain was so informative helpful and friendly we had an afternoon tea was really scrummy we could finish it so they gave us a box to take the rest home I highly recommend this the woodlands are outstanding wonderful staff a great day out x

This is a beautiful place that we visit several times throughout the changing seasons of the year.After a sometimes invigorating walk what better place to relax with a drink and snack but in the on-site cafe which serves a nice variety of food. Our young grand children enjoy the board walks and also the boat trips.

Super day walking in the woods out of the hot sun and a wonderful boat trip. The Cafe was above average and good value.well worth a visit

Loved this place ! Will be back lots of times !!

It’s a fantastic place to walk dogs and take in the views. You can have boat rides in the warmer weather and enjoy the delicious food and drink in the restaurant all year round. Highly recommended �

I just wanted to thank you a fantastic day out We experienced. We loved that it was accessible for all age ranges and abilities, you catertered for all and even served vegan cake in your excellent tea room, your prices were affordable for a young family and the gardens and boat ride were superb. I’ll spread the word about this fantastic little gem. Keep up the good work ❤️❤️

Great place- need to spend more time there as we were unable to view it all. Boat trip informative, saw lots of birds.

Fantastic afternoon spent in beautiful surroundings.. tranquil & with our dogs who loved it and was very well catered for with watering stations & dog bins.. The only thing that miffed us - it was £14+ for 2 adults & 2 dogs to get in.. and we weren't told anything at till about the boat trip only to keep entrance tickets, so assumed it was for boat trip.. After an hour of wandering around we came to boat lake to find it was £3.85 per adult & 50p each for dogs.. We didn't have enough change on us so missed out..

So had a coffee instead at tearoom gardens which was lovely..

Would recommend place but make sure people know there's a boat charge in advance at tills..

Fabulous breathtakingly amazing natural gorgeous I could go on do not miss this special place well done to the people that own and run this place.

Beautiful surroundings, lots of interesting areas to explore, will definitely go back as ran out of time, river cruise looks lovely. Fish finger sandwich for lunch..yummy!�

After visiting twice in the space of a week to capture two lots of bride and grooms to be for their pre wedding photoshoots, I am even more in love with the place! Such a beautiful setting and got some wonderful photos for the couples that they will treasure forever.

Staff are so very helpful and friendly �������

This is a lovely place to visit any time of the year. There are some beautiful walks and a vast array of plants throughout the seasons. The restaurant is also very pleasant with excellent food and drink. The only reason I gave it 4 stars was that you could not use their wifi so I had to wait until I got back to post this.

Nice place with good walks. However the reception lady was quite rude. No smile, no chat nothing. Didn’t tell us that we needed to buy a ticket for the boat trip when we purchased entrance tickets, therefore we missed the trip. We were not the only ones. Cafe staff were also a bit sour faced. Shame as it spoilt our afternoon.

Lovely day walking around the woods and going down to the broad and dog friendly so that was a bonus. Hubby got bitten to death though so I would advise plenty of insect repellent. Only one thing, they should let you pay for the boat trips down at the staithe we were undecided when paying at the entrance(where you pay for the boat as well), but decided we would like to go on when we got there but it was too far to walk back to the entrance to get tickets so they missed out on another £10 or so. Otherwise a great place to go and the little tea room was lovely too.

walking in to the friendly lady on the till giving a warm welcome was a great start to what proved to be a great hidden gem of a garden,woodland and water garden was great to find 2 bird hides as well as seeing some birds on the broads from lots of open areas,great little gift shop we didn't try the cafe as it was nearly closing time certainly worth a visit �

Wonderful to escape to this tranquil place for pretty wooded walks, plentiful birdlife, and gorgeous trees and flowers, walked for ages took some great photos and saw 4 birds we've never seen before, didn't use cafe but looked good and homely and not overly pricey..will definately return another season

Went there with my mum, her partner and my 3year old nephew. It was full off woodlands walks and lovely things to look at. My nephew enjoyed looking for things. We throughly enjoyed the boat trip. The staff was lovely especially the one lady that looked after my nephew after he had a nasty fall on one off the steps leading up towards the gift shop. We would def go back. Xx

We had the most wonderful time today. Oscar's nature trail and questions for the boys just added to the excitement of exploring. The boat trip was also marvellous. This was nicely finished off with a home made chocolate eclair and a cup of tea and delicious ice cream. I would highly recommend a visit.

We had an amazing afternoon. Out of season and so much to see. My 4 and 2 year old really enjoyed running around and spotting all the signs of spring. We will be back later on in the season.

We had a wonderful day I am disabled and cannot walk too far but there are benches every where so I just sat down when I needed to also you can hire mobility scooters great boat ride to the abbey captain was so informative helpful and friendly we had an afternoon tea was really scrummy we could finish it so they gave us a box to take the rest home I highly recommend this the woodlands are outstanding wonderful staff a great day out x

This is a beautiful place that we visit several times throughout the changing seasons of the year.After a sometimes invigorating walk what better place to relax with a drink and snack but in the on-site cafe which serves a nice variety of food. Our young grand children enjoy the board walks and also the boat trips.

Super day walking in the woods out of the hot sun and a wonderful boat trip. The Cafe was above average and good value.well worth a visit

Loved this place ! Will be back lots of times !!

It’s a fantastic place to walk dogs and take in the views. You can have boat rides in the warmer weather and enjoy the delicious food and drink in the restaurant all year round. Highly recommended �

I just wanted to thank you a fantastic day out We experienced. We loved that it was accessible for all age ranges and abilities, you catertered for all and even served vegan cake in your excellent tea room, your prices were affordable for a young family and the gardens and boat ride were superb. I’ll spread the word about this fantastic little gem. Keep up the good work ❤️❤️

Great place- need to spend more time there as we were unable to view it all. Boat trip informative, saw lots of birds.

Fantastic afternoon spent in beautiful surroundings.. tranquil & with our dogs who loved it and was very well catered for with watering stations & dog bins.. The only thing that miffed us - it was £14+ for 2 adults & 2 dogs to get in.. and we weren't told anything at till about the boat trip only to keep entrance tickets, so assumed it was for boat trip.. After an hour of wandering around we came to boat lake to find it was £3.85 per adult & 50p each for dogs.. We didn't have enough change on us so missed out..

So had a coffee instead at tearoom gardens which was lovely..

Would recommend place but make sure people know there's a boat charge in advance at tills..

Fabulous breathtakingly amazing natural gorgeous I could go on do not miss this special place well done to the people that own and run this place.

Beautiful surroundings, lots of interesting areas to explore, will definitely go back as ran out of time, river cruise looks lovely. Fish finger sandwich for lunch..yummy!�

After visiting twice in the space of a week to capture two lots of bride and grooms to be for their pre wedding photoshoots, I am even more in love with the place! Such a beautiful setting and got some wonderful photos for the couples that they will treasure forever.

Staff are so very helpful and friendly �������

This is a lovely place to visit any time of the year. There are some beautiful walks and a vast array of plants throughout the seasons. The restaurant is also very pleasant with excellent food and drink. The only reason I gave it 4 stars was that you could not use their wifi so I had to wait until I got back to post this.

Nice place with good walks. However the reception lady was quite rude. No smile, no chat nothing. Didn’t tell us that we needed to buy a ticket for the boat trip when we purchased entrance tickets, therefore we missed the trip. We were not the only ones. Cafe staff were also a bit sour faced. Shame as it spoilt our afternoon.

Lovely day walking around the woods and going down to the broad and dog friendly so that was a bonus. Hubby got bitten to death though so I would advise plenty of insect repellent. Only one thing, they should let you pay for the boat trips down at the staithe we were undecided when paying at the entrance(where you pay for the boat as well), but decided we would like to go on when we got there but it was too far to walk back to the entrance to get tickets so they missed out on another £10 or so. Otherwise a great place to go and the little tea room was lovely too.

walking in to the friendly lady on the till giving a warm welcome was a great start to what proved to be a great hidden gem of a garden,woodland and water garden was great to find 2 bird hides as well as seeing some birds on the broads from lots of open areas,great little gift shop we didn't try the cafe as it was nearly closing time certainly worth a visit �

Wonderful to escape to this tranquil place for pretty wooded walks, plentiful birdlife, and gorgeous trees and flowers, walked for ages took some great photos and saw 4 birds we've never seen before, didn't use cafe but looked good and homely and not overly pricey..will definately return another season

Went there with my mum, her partner and my 3year old nephew. It was full off woodlands walks and lovely things to look at. My nephew enjoyed looking for things. We throughly enjoyed the boat trip. The staff was lovely especially the one lady that looked after my nephew after he had a nasty fall on one off the steps leading up towards the gift shop. We would def go back. Xx

We had the most wonderful time today. Oscar's nature trail and questions for the boys just added to the excitement of exploring. The boat trip was also marvellous. This was nicely finished off with a home made chocolate eclair and a cup of tea and delicious ice cream. I would highly recommend a visit.

We had an amazing afternoon. Out of season and so much to see. My 4 and 2 year old really enjoyed running around and spotting all the signs of spring. We will be back later on in the season.

We had a wonderful day I am disabled and cannot walk too far but there are benches every where so I just sat down when I needed to also you can hire mobility scooters great boat ride to the abbey captain was so informative helpful and friendly we had an afternoon tea was really scrummy we could finish it so they gave us a box to take the rest home I highly recommend this the woodlands are outstanding wonderful staff a great day out x

This is a beautiful place that we visit several times throughout the changing seasons of the year.After a sometimes invigorating walk what better place to relax with a drink and snack but in the on-site cafe which serves a nice variety of food. Our young grand children enjoy the board walks and also the boat trips.

Super day walking in the woods out of the hot sun and a wonderful boat trip. The Cafe was above average and good value.well worth a visit

Loved this place ! Will be back lots of times !!

It’s a fantastic place to walk dogs and take in the views. You can have boat rides in the warmer weather and enjoy the delicious food and drink in the restaurant all year round. Highly recommended �

I just wanted to thank you a fantastic day out We experienced. We loved that it was accessible for all age ranges and abilities, you catertered for all and even served vegan cake in your excellent tea room, your prices were affordable for a young family and the gardens and boat ride were superb. I’ll spread the word about this fantastic little gem. Keep up the good work ❤️❤️

Great place- need to spend more time there as we were unable to view it all. Boat trip informative, saw lots of birds.

Fantastic afternoon spent in beautiful surroundings.. tranquil & with our dogs who loved it and was very well catered for with watering stations & dog bins.. The only thing that miffed us - it was £14+ for 2 adults & 2 dogs to get in.. and we weren't told anything at till about the boat trip only to keep entrance tickets, so assumed it was for boat trip.. After an hour of wandering around we came to boat lake to find it was £3.85 per adult & 50p each for dogs.. We didn't have enough change on us so missed out..

So had a coffee instead at tearoom gardens which was lovely..

Would recommend place but make sure people know there's a boat charge in advance at tills..

Fabulous breathtakingly amazing natural gorgeous I could go on do not miss this special place well done to the people that own and run this place.

Beautiful surroundings, lots of interesting areas to explore, will definitely go back as ran out of time, river cruise looks lovely. Fish finger sandwich for lunch..yummy!�

After visiting twice in the space of a week to capture two lots of bride and grooms to be for their pre wedding photoshoots, I am even more in love with the place! Such a beautiful setting and got some wonderful photos for the couples that they will treasure forever.

Staff are so very helpful and friendly �������

This is a lovely place to visit any time of the year. There are some beautiful walks and a vast array of plants throughout the seasons. The restaurant is also very pleasant with excellent food and drink. The only reason I gave it 4 stars was that you could not use their wifi so I had to wait until I got back to post this.

Nice place with good walks. However the reception lady was quite rude. No smile, no chat nothing. Didn’t tell us that we needed to buy a ticket for the boat trip when we purchased entrance tickets, therefore we missed the trip. We were not the only ones. Cafe staff were also a bit sour faced. Shame as it spoilt our afternoon.

Lovely day walking around the woods and going down to the broad and dog friendly so that was a bonus. Hubby got bitten to death though so I would advise plenty of insect repellent. Only one thing, they should let you pay for the boat trips down at the staithe we were undecided when paying at the entrance(where you pay for the boat as well), but decided we would like to go on when we got there but it was too far to walk back to the entrance to get tickets so they missed out on another £10 or so. Otherwise a great place to go and the little tea room was lovely too.