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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 29th November
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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Open 10am-4pm daily until 2nd November 2026
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Adult: £7, child (ages 5-15) : £1. Parking charges apply.
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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Open daily 10am-4pm
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Adult: £7, child (ages 5-15): £7. Parking charges apply.
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 daily, 9am-5pm. Note that the north end of the lake walk is currently closed.
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Free. Parking charge applies
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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Open daily
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Adult bike prices from £16
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 weekends and holidays
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£26.50. Parking charges apply.
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Please check opening times
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-9pm
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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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Open daily, 10am-5pm
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
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School holiday fun at Holkham: October half term
There’s so much fun to be had at Holkham this half term! From our high ropes course and cycle hire to Halloween Garden and wonderful workshops too!
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An Audience with Father Christmas
21st and 22nd December
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? Father Christmas and Mother Christmas are on their way to Holkham Hall this December.
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The Halloween Garden
Tuesday 27th to Saturday 31st October 2026
A pumpkin carving, leaf crunching, story telling, trail stomping autumn half term!
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Deer and Wildlife Safari
Various weekends and holidays throughout the year.
Hop aboard our tractor-trailer for a whistle-stop journey around Holkham deer park. Sit tight while our knowledgeable guides tell you all about the resident herd of Fallow Deer that call Holkham home.
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Traditional Oil Painting Workshop
Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October 2026
Join artist, Bryony Knight, for a traditional oil painting workshop inspired by Holkham's art collection.
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Christmas at Holkham
Various dates throughout November and December
Looking for things to do in North Norfolk this Christmas? Have a browse of our exciting winter events calendar!
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Book signing with Andy Bloomfield
Saturday 7th November 2026
Meet Senior Nature Reserve warden, Andy Bloomfield as he joins us in the Gift Shop on 7th November, signing copies of his new book, Wetland Wings.
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Book signing with Lady Glenconner
Saturday 7th November 2026
Meet Lady Glenconner as she joins us in the Gift Shop, signing copies of her new book, Trunks & Tiaras.
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Meet the Makers – Archangel Distilleries
Sunday 8th November
Meet talented makers and producers in Holkham Giftshop.
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Meet the Makers – English Whisky Company
Saturday 14th November 2026
Meet talented makers and producers in Holkham Giftshop.
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Wellbeing Walks
Third Tuesday of the month from October-March
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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