Pensthorpe Nature Reserve

Located near Fakenham, Norfolk, England, Pensthorpe Nature Reserve is specifically designed for the nature lover.  It was originally created by a local farmer as a refuge for waterfowl.  It is now owned and run by the Jordan family of breakfast cereal fame. Filled with wildlife and flora, the nature reserve is a safe and secure place for people to come and enjoy the natural beauty of the world around them.  During the spring they will see many birds showing off their colourful plumage and bird watchers will find this the perfect time for some serious bird watching.

Pensthorpe encourages families to bring their children to the reserve and allow them to take an active part in exploring the world around them.  Activities for families here include: pond dipping with nets, identification sheets, and buckets; the Bug Walk where children can learn about bugs by exploring the bug boxes, moulds, and other natural habitats that bugs like; a nature quiz for children of all ages to enjoy; bird feeding with provided feed; and binocular hire to see things in vivid detail.

Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, its Courtyard Café and gift shop are open daily except Christmas and Boxing Day.  The hours are 10am to 5pm April through December and then until 4pm January through March.  Only guide dogs for the blind are allowed entrance into the nature reserve and the shop, café, and viewing gallery are wheelchair accessible.  There are trails accessible for wheelchairs.  Admission is adults £7.50, children ages 4 to 15 £4.00, seniors £6.00, and a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £19.50.  Additional fees apply if visitors wish to add in the Wensum tour.