Let little minds (and wellies) run wild this half term
A visit to Holkham will exceed all expectations. We are a place of rich and diverse landscapes. Think parkland alive with deer and mighty oaks, a walled garden bursting with blooms and heritage, a nature reserve thrumming with wildlife, farmland abundant in wildflowers and hedgerows, and an expansive beach backed by sand dunes and pine forests.
We are a place of people – from farmers to historians, gardeners to housekeepers, conservationists to the friendly faces that greet you throughout your stay. And Holkham is a place with a rich history and an iconic stately home, yet a place with a pioneering heart and progressive vision. We hope you decide to visit us and become part of our story.
What’s on at Holkham
PICKS
School holiday fun at Holkham: February half term
February Half Term
There's so much fun to be had at Holkham this half term! From our high ropes course to Festival of Little Stories and wonderful workshops too!
Read moreRead more
Willow Weaving Workshop – Lampshades
Saturday 21st February 2026
SOLD OUT Learn how to weave a unique willow lampshade for your home, led by expert willow weaver, Karen Bek.
Read more
Festival of little stories this half-term
Sunday 15th – Saturday 21st February 2026
Join us for some fun book related activities including storytelling, local author meet and greets, illustration workshops and a fun story trail around the Park!
Read more
Pop-up Children’s Bookshop
Sunday 15th – Saturday 21st February 2026
As part of our February half term family activities, we're pleased to be welcoming the Norfolk Children’s Book Centre back to Holkham.
Read more
Music from the Marble Hall – A Gresham’s Concert
Friday 27th February 2026
A charity concert with pupils from Gresham's School performing choral works and instrumental pieces in the spectacular setting of the Marble Hall.
Read more
parkrun
Every Saturday
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Read more
Walking Women
First Tuesday of every month
A gentle walk, with friendly chatter, discovering the many landscapes and seascapes at Holkham.
Read more
Floragami paper flower workshop – Snowdrops and Crocuses
Saturday 7th March 2026
Craft your very own realistic potted paper snowdrop or crocus taught by local artist Meg Lowder.
Read more
Wellbeing Walks
Various Tuesdays throughout the year
Enjoy a free group walk with fresh company at Holkham Beach, Wells Beach or Holkham Park. No need to book, simply join us
Read more
The Grand Tour – tractor trailer tour
Various dates throughout the season
Let us welcome you aboard our tractor-trailer for a family-friendly, whistle-stop tour of the park.
Read moreExplore the wondersaround every corner.
Our sustainability and conservation journey at Holkham
We care passionately about sustainability and conservation at Holkham. In fact, it is so integral to everything we do, that we have created a sustainability strategy entitled WONDER. Our strategy isn’t just the formulation of words, but the creation of three key objectives and the investment in real, live projects.
Latest from the journal
Where to stay this winter
Winter in North Norfolk is always a good idea, and with so much to see and do at Holkham, you might want to stay a little longer! Browse our range of holiday accommodation and see which is right for you.
Explore Holkham
Discover the wondersaround every corner.
Your historic eventneeds a setting to match.
‘A stay at Pinewoods is a stay in nature. It’s our happy place; there is something about Wells that draws us back time and time again.’
Mrs Lewis
Sink your feet into the sandand your head into our pillows.
Walled Garden
Through the ornate Venetian gates and within sun trapped walls you’ll find Victorian greenhouses, an ornamental garden, a working kitchen garden and a vineyard, all surrounded by glorious flowers, shrubs, and trees.
Read more
A feel good place ofpeople and landscapes.
