Pensthorpe Natural Park
Pensthorpe
A wetland nature park near Fakenham, with lake trails, a garden designed by Piet Oudolf and an adventure zone for children.
Pensthorpe Natural Park covers about 280 hectares. Its lakes and wetlands are home to a variety of waterfowl, and conservation projects include red squirrels and grey cranes. The Millennium Garden, designed by the Dutch master gardener Piet Oudolf, is known for its naturalistic perennial planting and looks best in summer and autumn. The park also has large indoor and outdoor adventure play areas for children, making it ideal for families. Admission costs about £15, and the park is about 15 km from Wells.
Opening hours
Daily approx. 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Thursford Collection & Christmas Spectacular
- Walsingham
- Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
- Binham Priory
- Wells-next-the-Sea Quay & Town
- Holkham Hall
- Wells Beach & Beach Huts
- Holkham Beach