
What’s on
Nature Explorers this February half term
Join us this half term for fun and frolics come rain or shine!
We have a trail around the park about birds, a free craft for kids to take home with them, plus a pop-up bookshop! So dress up warm, pull on your wellies and head to Holkham for some half term family fun!
And if you’re visiting on Sunday 16th February, there’s a very special lapwing making workshop too (extra charge applies).
Bird trail
Birds are all around us and, just like us, they have their own unique quirks and stories! We’ve got a gentle trail around the park so you and your family can stretch your legs this half term and learn a little about the feathery friends that call Holkham home this time of year.
Free crafts!
When there’s a winter chill in the air, birds need us more than ever. Every day this half term we are running a free craft station where between 11am and 2pm you can make your very own pine cone bird feeder to take home with you and put in your garden (or hang on a tree on your next dog walk!)
Pop-up book shop with Norfolk Children’s Book Centre
Although February is a cold month with short days, it is perhaps the best time of year to snuggle up with a good book and let young imaginations run wild. That’s why we’re thrilled to be welcoming back the Norfolk Children’s Book Centre for half term (excluding Monday) where you can browse their incredible selection of children’s books for your family. Whether the young person in your life is interested in nature, animals, cars or fairies, this pop-up bookshop will have something for everyone.
Norfolk Children’s Book Centre storytelling
Listen to wonderful tales in the Education Room for free on Saturday 15th February at 2pm, Tuesday 18th February at 11am and 2pm and Wednesday 19th February at 11am and 2pm.
High Ropes Course
Amazing views await those brave enough to make the climb! Begin your trail of discovery through the treetops, over wobbly crossings and swinging bridges before getting your feet safely back to the ground with a descent down our two ziplines.
Winter spotter sheet
Holkham is so beautiful this time of year (even if it’s cold and windy!) and there is so much to see by way of nature. We’ve put together a list of all the natural wonders of the season for you to spot around the park and become a wildlife expert!
Woodland play area
Enjoy a run (or swing, or slide) around in our play area, which is open daily throughout half term for little legs to blow off some steam, weather permitting.
Holkham Stories
Discover fascinating stories about Holkham past and present in our interactive exhibition. (Entry charge applies)
Courtyard Café and Gift Shop
The Courtyard Café and Gift Shop will both be open 10am-4pm throughout half term, so you can enjoy a bite to eat or a browse after all your nature exploring!
Event details

Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025

Free. £6 parking charge applies.

10am-3pm

Holkham Park

£6 per car

Wellbeing Walks
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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Pop-up Children’s Bookshop
Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February 2025 (excluding Monday 17th)
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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Van Goghs in the making – Youth Art Workshops
Thursday 20th February and Thursday 21st August
February Workshop – Sold out. August Workshop – tickets available. Artist Bryony Knight leads these art workshops, aimed at young people aged 10+, based on the styles of various famous artists.
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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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Floragami paper flower workshop – Potted Cyclamens
Saturday 22nd February
Craft your very own realistic potted paper cyclamens, taught by local artist Meg Lowder.
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