School holiday fun at Holkham Summer Holidays

Adventure awaits at Holkham this summer holiday!

 

Looking for things to do in North Norfolk this summer holiday? Look no further – there’s a whole bunch to fun to be had at Holkham whether you fancy an action-packed outdoor adventure, want to unlock your creativity and learn some new skills, explore the great outdoors and spot some wonderful wildlife or tuck into delicious local food. We’ve got you covered!

 

GO GO Safari Trail

23rd June – 30th August 

One of Break’s GoGo Safari sculptures has made its way to Holkham – can you spot it? As part of this exciting art trail, 50 unique sculptures are hidden across Norfolk, making it the perfect family-friendly adventure. Visit Holkham, explore the Park, and see if you can track down our wild guest on the GoGo Safari trail!

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Children’s Nature Workshop

17th and 27th August 

Get creative with this hands-on, 45-minute creative workshop. Children will learn about the design of the fascinating butterflies and moths found around Holkham Park, then craft two fluttering friends of their own to take home.

Led by Sarah Wise from the Fairyland Trust, the workshop is designed for children aged 3 and above. 

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Feast in the Park

Weekends throughout the summer holidays 

Tuck into a variety of deliciousness at our open-air food festival. Back for its sixth year, this seasonal gathering brings a rotating line-up of Norfolk’s tastiest street food traders to Holkham Park.

From savoury favourites to indulgent sweet bites, there’s something to tempt every appetite! With live music adding to the feel-good vibes on weekends, it’s the perfect excuse to kick back, tuck into freshly made local bites and enjoy the view.

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Topped chips in front of Holkham Hall. People relaxing on the grass.
Aerial image showing Holkham Park, Hall and Lake alongside a selection of food trucks and a stretch tent

Gone Wild Festival Norfolk

7th – 10th August 

Get ready for an unforgettable four-day escape when Gone Wild Festival returns to Holkham this summer! Following its 2024 debut, this action-packed event invites families to unplug and enjoy time together in the great outdoors.

From adrenaline-fuelled experiences like abseiling and quad biking to hands-on workshops and the vibrant colour run, there’s something to suit everyone! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or prefer a slower pace, Gone Wild offers a fun-filled experience for all ages. Get ready for the perfect summer adventure surrounded by nature!

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Pond Dipping

Mondays and Tuesdays in the summer holidays

Join our Education Team and see what you can discover in the depths of Holkham lake. Take a break from screens and reconnect with nature in this fun-filled family activity.

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Ropes Course

Open daily throughout the summer holidays 

Our exciting ropes course offers the perfect chance to test your balance and bravery as you navigate a series of elevated obstacles among the treetops.

Climb, step and sway your way across rope bridges and wobbly walkways before making your descent on not one, but two thrilling ziplines! It’s an unforgettable way to enjoy the outdoors and see Holkham from up high.

 

Outdoor Theatre

5th and 12th August 

Bring a chair and a picnic and prepare to be entertained! Enjoy retellings of  Twelfth Night and of the Big Bad Wolf in the beautiful setting of the Lady Elizabeth Wind Courtyard.

Boat Hire

Open daily from 24th July

Take to the lake for an oar-some time! Our rowing boats each seat up to five people and a a great way to explore the watery world and its wildlife.

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Cycle Hire

Open daily

Hop onto two wheels and set off to explore Holkham Park and beyond! Choose from classic bi-cycles, e-bikes and children’s options, so the whole family can enjoy the beautiful landscapes all together.

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As You Like It - outdoor theatre

Adventure Play Area 

Open daily from 10am–5pm, weather permitting.

 

Tractor trailer tours

Sit back, watch the deer, and take in the views – there’s so much to see!

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Holkham Stories

Open daily from 10am-5pm.

Have fun learning about Holkham’s past, present and future in our interactive exhibition, and learn more about WONDER in our brand new exhibition room. 

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Holkham Hall 

Open Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays 10am-3pm.

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Event details

Activities throughout the summer holidays

Prices vary depending on activity

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Cricket matches

Various weekends this summer

​What better location to relax and unwind and enjoy a game of cricket.

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Feast in the Park

19th July – 25th August

Relax and unwind in beautiful surroundings with mouthwatering street food and delightful drinks from Norfolk’s best food trucks.

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The Grand Tour – tractor trailer tour

Various dates in April, May, July & August

Let us welcome you aboard our tractor-trailer for a family-friendly, whistle-stop tour of the park.

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Pond Dipping

Mondays and Tuesdays in the summer holidays

A chance for your children to connect with nature and experience Holkham lake’s complex aquatic ecosystem first-hand, giving them the skills and knowledge that books and screens cannot.

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Twelfth Night – outdoor theatre

5th August

Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer, in their 21st year, for Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night.

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