Sheringham Park

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ADDRESS: Visitor Centre
Wood Farm
Upper Sheringham
Norfolk
POSTCODE: NR26 8TL
AGE GROUP: All Ages
TELEPHONE: 01263 820550
WEBSITE: CLICK HERE
Sheringham Park
Sheringham Park and rhododendrons are often referred to in the same sentence. Not surprising with 80 different species on show. Flowers first appear in December, and the show gradually builds to a climax from mid-May into June. Many plants were brought to Sheringham by plant collector Ernest Wilson in the early 20th century. The handkerchief tree, which grows at the edge of the wild garden, was found by Wilson in China. He discovered it working from a crude map on a scruffy piece of paper covering an area of 20,000 square miles with just an 'X' marking its location. Note: Sheringham Hall is privately occupied. April to September: limited access by written appointment with leaseholder.

Don't miss
  • Enjoy stunning coastal views, courtesy of landscape gardener Humphry Repton.
  • Let your imagination run riot in our environmental art area.
  • Climb 190 steps up our gazebo for superb parkland views.

Making the most of your day
Guided walks and events all year round. Wildlife trails for children during school holidays. Discover the history of the park in the exhibition barn. North Norfolk Railway nearby. Dogs: on leads near livestock and visitor facilities

Opening times
Park
Open all year
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Visitor centre
2 Jan - 6 Mar 11 11 - 4 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
12 Mar - 30 Sep 11 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
1 Oct - 30 Oct 11 10 - 5 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
5 Nov - 31 Dec 11 11 - 4 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
Refreshment kiosk
12 Mar - 30 Sep 11 10 - 5 Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
1 Oct - 30 Oct 11 10 - 5 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays We Th Fr Sa Su
5 Nov - 31 Dec 11 11 - 3 Closed Mondays Closed Tuesdays Closed Wednesdays Closed Thursdays Closed Fridays Sa Su
KEY: Dark blue=open
Refreshment kiosk: 14 May to 19 June open 10 to 5. Visitor centre and refreshment kiosk: 19 to 27 February and 23 to 30 October open 10 to 5; 26 to 31 December open 11 to 3. Closed 25 and 26 December. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.