Name: Sheringham Park
Rating: 5.0

Sheringham Park

Upper Sheringham, Sheringham, Norfolk NR26 8TL, UK

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Sheringham Park wander through Sheringham Park and you'll discover why it became the personal favourite of its designer, Humphry Repton. Visit the Repton exhibition to see the story of his 1812 design during a turbulent period of history.

Famous for its vast collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, today, you can climb to the top of the two viewing towers at Gazebo to experience breathtaking views of this beautiful landscape, the North Norfolk coast and maybe a steam train passing through. Spend a day here exploring 1000 acres of varying habitat including woodland, parkland and cliff top.

Look out for wildlife, 3 species of deer can be seen alongside a wide variety of birds and butterflies. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Parkland: The finest example of a Humphry Repton landscape, featuring a main drive with sea views, rolling parkland and temple.
Wild Garden: A nationally important collection of rhododendrons, set amongst Scots pines with viewing towers to admire them from above.
Bower Garden: This space features sensory borders, pond and wildflower meadow along with den building and bug hunting areas. Dog-free zone.
Coast: The estate leads down past two World War Two pillboxes to the coastal cliffs and beach, home to skylarks and sand martins.
Woodland: There are varied woodlands throughout the estate, ranging from ancient oaks and established native species to exotic specimen trees and conifers.
Gazebo: A tower at treetop height from which you can gain 360° views across the surrounding countryside and along the coast.
Second-hand bookshop: A donations-based pop-up bookshop, stocked with a range of pre-loved books and located in the courtyard barn.
Explore Sheringham Park: Sheringham Park is home to a variety of habitats, including woodland, parkland, farmland, a Wild Garden and clifftop areas – each of which is home to a wide range of wildlife and plants. From Britain’s smallest bird, the firecrest, to the largest mammal, the red deer, you never know what you might discover during your visit.
Discover the Wild Garden at Sheringham Park: The Wild Garden at Sheringham Park covers 50 acres and includes a nationally important collection of rhododendrons. The garden was developed around a base planting of Scots pine and oak, with the earliest plantings being carried out around 1850.
Family days out at Sheringham Park: With nearly 1,000 acres to explore, there’s plenty of space for kids to burn off some energy as you enjoy the variety of habitats and fun family events Sheringham Park has to offer.
Learning at Sheringham Park: Sheringham Park is a great place for outdoor learning. Bring your class or year group for a fun day spent getting closer to nature. Choose from a wide range of exciting, hands-on activities tailored to your group.
Outdoor activities at Sheringham Park: Sheringham Park was designed by Humphry Repton with impressive views in mind. With 1,000 acres of parkland and woodland to explore, it is an outdoor playground for all ages. The whole family can get active whilst enjoying inspiring sea views, bucket loads of fresh air and natural highlights at every turn.
Wander through Sheringham Park and you'll discover why it became the personal favourite of its designer, Humphry Repton. Visit the Repton exhibition to see the story of his 1812 design during a turbulent period of history.
Famous for its vast collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, today, you can climb to the top of the two viewing towers at Gazebo to experience breathtaking views of this beautiful landscape, the North Norfolk coast and maybe a steam train passing through.
Spend a day here exploring 1000 acres of varying habitat including woodland, parkland and cliff top. Look out for wildlife, 3 species of deer can be seen alongside a wide variety of birds and butterflies.

Facilities

Parking: 60 yards, £6.50.
Food & Drinks: The Courtyard Café serves a range of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, light snacks and delicious cakes.
Toilet: Toilet facilities are available opposite the Courtyard Café.
Dogs allowed: Dogs are welcome off lead, and under close control, in designated areas of the estate, please speak to a member of the team for more information or take a look at our estate map. Between 1 March and 31 July dogs must remain on a lead at all times to protect ground nesting birds.

What to see

The history of Sheringham Park: The Sheringham estate in Norfolk features one of England’s most significant designed landscapes, laid out by the eminent garden designer Humphry Repton. In the mid-19th century, Sheringham Hall was the home of Charlotte Upcher, an active campaigner for the abolition of slavery. Charlotte’s eldest son, Henry Ramey Upcher, completed work to the parkland and house, forming what is now one of the most significant collections of rhododendrons in the country.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/norfolk/sheringham-park/history-of-sheringham-park

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Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Park: Dawn - Dusk
Courtyard Café: 10:00 - 15:30
Sheringham Park is free to visit. A pay and display system is in operation in our car park. A £6.50 charge applies per car for non-members. National Trust members park for free (please scan your membership card). Please note, our car park machines accept coins only.

Address: Upper Sheringham, Sheringham, Norfolk NR26 8TL, UK

Post Code: NR26 8TL

Council: North Norfolk

County: Norfolk

On foot: On the Norfolk Coast Path.
By train: The Bittern line from Norwich runs into Sheringham Station, it's a 2 mile walk from the Upper Sheringham entrance to the park.
By bus: Sanders Coaches, Fakenham to Sheringham service stops on request at the main entrance.
By road: 5 miles west of Cromer, 6 miles east of Holt. Main entrance is at junction A148/B1157.
Parking: 60 yards, £6.50.