Visit
Things to do
We’ve got history by the bucketful(don’t forget your spade).
How will you spend your day at Holkham?
We have a vast array of attractions, events and activities to choose from, as well as many diverse landscapes and habitats to explore. Choose from exploring historic state rooms to grand glass houses and cycling adventures to bird watching at sun rise.
Whether you’re visiting with family or friends, young or old, you’ll find something that floats your boat (yes, you can take to the water on our lake come summer too!). Children will enjoy our high Ropes Course and Woodland Play Area, whilst you may prefer a scone and cup of tea in one of our cafés. Everyone relishes our beautiful Walled Garden, and Holkham Hall can never fail to impress.
Accessibility
We have worked with AccessAble so you can find out about our facilities before you visit. AccessAble’s surveyors assessed our venue to create Detailed Access Guides for our attractions.
The Hall
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Closed until March 2026.
Step into Thomas Coke’s vision of an Italian villa on the North Norfolk coast; a haven to display the treasures and trophies amassed whilst on his 18th century Grand Tour of Europe.
Walled Garden
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Closed until late March 2026
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Adult: £7, child (ages 5-15): £1
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.
Holkham Stories Experience
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Closed until late March 2026
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Adult: £7, child (ages 5-15): £1
Visit our interactive experience as we tell the tales of the estate’s rich 400-year heritage, and current, innovative projects focusing on sustainability and conservation. Discover how Holkham is paving the way for the future.
Holkham Park
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Open weekends only until 14th February 2026
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Free. Parking charges apply.
A rolling landscape of breathtaking natural beauty, whether you choose to walk, run, cycle, or simply relax by the lake.
Cycling at Holkham
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Closed until late March 2026
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Adult bike prices from £14
Hop on your bike and follow our way-marked routes to explore all corners of the park, passing many landmarks such as the Obelisk, the Ice House and the Monument on your way. Our Cycle Hire offers a great range of bicycles, electric bikes and trailers – there’s even one for your dog! Currently, pre-booking is available for full day hire only. Shorter hire periods are available in-person on the day.
Ropes Course
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Open 14th-22nd February 2026
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£24
With your harness on, get your feet off the ground and take to the treetops on our Ropes Course. Do you dare balance on the beams, tiptoe over swinging bridges, and zoom on our two zip wires?
Holkham Beach & Nature Reserve
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Lady Anne’s Drive car park open 6am-5pm
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Parking from £3.60
What makes Holkham National Nature Reserve so special? Is it the glorious stretch of golden sand, the haven for wildlife or the feeling of freedom as you step onto the bay? Perhaps it’s all three.
Courtyard Gift Shop
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Closed until 13th February
Every trip to Holkham Park is deserving of a browse around our gift shop. Full of beautiful homeware, varied artwork, delicious food and plenty more, we opt for sustainable and local products wherever possible.
Places to eat
Whether you’re refuelling during a cycle ride, catching up with friends over a light lunch or celebrating an occasion, you’ll find plenty of tasty treats in one of our eateries.
What’s on at Holkham
School holiday fun at Holkham: 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!
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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.
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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!
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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
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Children’s animal illustration workshop with Charli
Wednesday 18th February 2026
Bring you little creatives to this animal illustration workshop with Norwich-based illustrator, Charli Vince.
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Children’s illustration workshop with Peter
Thursday 19th February
Get creative at this children’s illustration workshop with illustrator, Peter Kavanagh
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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.
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.
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parkrun
Every Saturday
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!
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Walking Women
First Tuesday of every month
A gentle walk, with friendly chatter, discovering the many landscapes and seascapes at Holkham.
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