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Exclusive after hour’s shopping event at Pensthorpe Natural Park starts Thursday 28th Nov. Escape the hustle and bustle of the high street in the lead up to Christmas, and come and discover unique bespoke gifts perfect for Christmas. From home-ware furniture to locally produced spirits, our late night shopping events offer you the chance to find the perfect Christmas gifts for any taste. These events will be taking place every Thursday until Christmas, starting Thursday 28th November, 5pm – 8pm.
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Parking is FREE. Members will receive an exclusive double discount at these events*.
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*subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount.
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Find out more on our website: www.pensthorpe.com/event/late-night-shopping-event/
Interested in learning about habitat management? If so, why not join us on this special event focusing on habitat management work alongside our Reserve Manager, Richard Spowage. Tasks for the day include working in our new wetland area, clearing encroaching willow out of reed areas, and many more. This will be a perfect opportunity to engage with nature, meet new people and learn new skills from our Reserve Manager. Lunch is included.
*No previous skills are required
You can book your place with our admissions team by calling us on 01328 851465 or email us info@pensthorpe.com
Robert Stone
Why not escape the hustle and bustle of the high street and join us on Sunday 24th November for our annual Christmas Market. You can discover the perfect unique Christmas gift ideas, from bespoke crafts to delicious treats made by local producers, a festive event for all tastes.
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Live Music, complimentary mulled wine and mince pies for members.
Definitely up for this... (any excuse to come up TBH!)
What a lovely photo of you, the baubles look good too! 😁x
Love this picture of you Natalie xx
Adam Wright
We are delighted to welcome the Norfolk Craft Guild to our Exhibition Room this autumn, from Saturday 16th Nov- Friday 22nd Nov. Discover bespoke creations from wood turning to metal clay jewellery, and find the perfect unique Christmas gift.
A little stretch after a long day's work!
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A capture of our flamingo chick looking healthy and happy amongst our flamingo flock!
Amber-May Meadows
Kaitlin Cake-Tin Brady
Amy Marie Hardingham
Amy Taylor...show the girls xxx
Katy Wright 😻
Claire Langdon xx
Frances Mitchell 😍
Bex Barden xx
Sue Faulkner!!! We need to go!!
Natalie Craske Erin Stolworthy Jade Stolworthy Hannah Lewis
Jessica x
Jorgia Clarke Xx
Nigel!!!!
Gail 😉
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We are delighted to welcome the Norfolk Craft Guild to our Exhibition Room this autumn, from Saturday 16th Nov- Friday 22nd Nov. Discover bespoke creations from wood turning to metal clay jewellery, and find the perfect unique Christmas gift.
It is #NationalStressAwarenessDay Our members are fab places to #connectwithnature & studies show this has a positive impact on our #MentalHealth. Check out our members #greatgreendaysout & enjoy the benefits of being close to #nature in all weathers: https://t.co/RdkbuyJh1l
Sighting update: A couple of juvenile marsh harriers were spotted hanging around near our wetland hide earlier this morning. @visitnorfolk @vstnorthnorfolk
#marshharrier #wetlandsA huge thank you to Bryn Ditheridge for capturing these fantastic shots of our flamingo chick. Be sure to check out our flamingo flamboyance here at Pensthorpe if you haven't already. We have 49 flamingos in total, as well as our new addition to the flock. #flamingo
Proudly showcasing a collection of great local independent businesses inc @longwaterliving @taverhamconserv @nnorfholcotts @stayatnarvalley @pensthorpe @opennorwich @vtseventmedical @westacretheatre @fairhavengarden @overstrandhorse @tuddenhamlodge @wensumprint @hottubbarn
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Have yourself a 'quirky' Christmas this year with decorations like no others. From fries to flamingos, we have plenty of unique festive ornaments to choose from.
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Exclusive after hour’s shopping event at Pensthorpe Natural Park starts Thursday 28th Nov. Escape the hustle and bustle of the high street in the lead up to Christmas, and come and discover unique bespoke gifts perfect for Christmas. From home-ware furniture to locally produced spirits, our late night shopping events offer you the chance to find the perfect Christmas gifts for any taste. These events will be taking place every Thursday until Christmas, starting Thursday 28th November, 5pm – 8pm.
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Parking is FREE. Members will receive an exclusive double discount at these events*.
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*subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount.
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#festive
#keepitlocal
#localbusiness
#PensthorpeNaturalPark
#pensthorpe
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#norfolkcrafts
#norfolkfood
#localproduce
#buylocal
#latenightshoppingInterested in learning about habitat management? If so, why not join us on this special event focusing on habitat management work alongside our Reserve Manager, Richard Spowage. Tasks for the day include working in our new wetland area, clearing encroaching willow out of reed areas, and many more. This will be a perfect opportunity to engage with nature, meet new people and learn new skills from our Reserve Manager. Lunch is included.
*No previous skills are required
You can book your place with our admissions team by calling us on 01328 851465 or email us info@pensthorpe.com
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#volunteeringWhy not escape the hustle and bustle of the high street and join us on Sunday 24th November for our annual Christmas Market. You can discover the perfect unique Christmas gift ideas, from bespoke crafts to delicious treats made by local producers, a festive event for all tastes.
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Live Music, complimentary mulled wine and mince pies for members.
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We are delighted to welcome the Norfolk Craft Guild to our Exhibition Room this autumn, from Saturday 16th Nov- Friday 22nd Nov. Discover bespoke creations from wood turning to metal clay jewellery, and find the perfect unique Christmas gift.
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#Pensthorpenaturalpark
#northnorfolk
#Pensthorpe
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#craftmarket
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#norfolkcraftguildA little stretch after a long day's work!
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A capture of our flamingo chick looking healthy and happy amongst our flamingo flock!
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#Familytime
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#familydaysout
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#norwichDon't let the cold weather stop you from enjoying the wonderful displays autumn brings. Discover the golden and amber hues that still peer through in our gardens and across the reserve.
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#visitnorthnorfolkHootz House & WildRootz are the perfect locations for your child to have a memorable birthday party. We’ll provide the invitations, food and play, all you need to do is turn up!
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Party packages are available for a minimum of ten children, with a recommendation of one adult per two children.
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For more information visit our website
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#discoveroutsideSpaces are quickly filling up for our Four Gardens Winter Walk special event on Friday 22nd Nov. Book your place now on this exclusive guide with our Head Gardener, Jonathan, and discover the transition from the amber and golden hues autumn has brought to the wonderful winter displays.
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Lunch is included
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#britishgardensAs we slowly head towards the festive season things are starting to look merry and bright here at Pensthorpe! Why not escape the hustle and bustle of the high street and join us on Sunday 24th November for our annual Christmas Market. Discover the perfect unique Christmas gift ideas, from bespoke crafts to delicious treats made by local producers, a festive event for all tastes.
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Live Music, complimentary mulled wine and mince pies for members.
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#christmasmarket
#christmasmarket2019
#festive
#keepitlocal
#localart
#localbusinesses
#localproduct
#PensthorpeNaturalPark
#pensthorpe
#Norfolk
#Suffolk
#Norwich
#christmasgifts
#familydaysout
#getoutside
#discovernature
#christmascheer
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We love to share our visitor's photos and thoughts. Many thanks Sianmarie for sharing your experience with us!
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"Absolutely wonderful place to visit! We have annual passes and the whole family love it.
The play areas are brilliant for all ages, I have a 10 year old and a 4 year old, the children could spend all day on them! I also have a 7 month old baby who is really starting to take notice of the world around him, so it’s sensory heaven for him.
There are so many walks around the beautiful flower gardens and lakes, they’re so peaceful even on a busy day. The cafe serve some lovely food and tasty cakes and treats."
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Interested in learning about habitat management? If so, why not join us on this special event on Wednesday 20th November, that focuses on habitat management work alongside our Reserve Manager, Richard Spowage. Tasks for the day include working in our new wetland area, clearing encroaching willow out of reed areas, and many more. This will be a perfect opportunity to engage with nature, meet new people and learn new skills from our Reserve Manager.
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No previous skills are required! Find out more via our website. .
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#thingstodo⠀Celebrating Halloween this weekend? We are offering 50% off on all of our Halloween stock from our shop! Don't forget, parking is FREE, and our October Half Term event is still running until Sunday 3rd November.
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#TrickorTweetSighting update: A couple of marsh harriers were spotted hanging around near our wetland hide earlier this morning.
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#sightingsatpensthorpeWe love to share our visitors adventures! A huge thank you to Bryn Ditheridge for capturing these fantastic shots of our flamingo chick. Be sure to check out our flamingo flamboyance here at Pensthorpe if you haven't already. We have 49 flamingos in total, as well as our new addition to the flock.
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#Familytime
#thingstodowiththekids
#familydaysout
#familydayout
#daysoutinnorfolk
#familyfriendly
#flamingos
#flamingo
#iloveflamingos
#weloveflamingos
#flamingolove
#flamingofun
#flamingoparty
#flamingofiesta
#flamboyanceofflamingos
#wetlands
#wetlandconservation
#wetlandawareness
#PensthorpeNaturalPark
#pensthorpe
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#norwichCome and join in the family fun with our October half term event, 'Trick or Tweet'. Step into autumn and engage with nature as our scavenger hunt takes you to the deepest, darkest parts of our reserve. Get your creative skills at the ready with our craft activity currently running everyday at 12.30pm. Remember parking is FREE!
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This event runs until Sunday 3rd November.
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#schoolholidays
#halftermevents
#specialevent
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#familydaysout
#outdoors
#lovenature
#Familytime
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#norfolkWarm yourself up with our NEW Winter Warmer, the Pumpkin Spiced Latte with whipped cream - perfect for a relaxing Sunday afternoon. Why not also treat yourself to a slice of our freshly home baked cakes, and take a browse around the gift shop. Parking is FREE and entry into the cafe and shop is also FREE.
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#foodbloggersThanks to @helenblack_animals for this phenomenal photo of one of our White Naped Cranes! We love to share our visitors adventures - if you have recently visited or visiting us very soon, don't forget to tag us in your captures and include #pensthorpenatural #pensthorpe.
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#welcometoanimalsSighting Update: The first sighting this season of a Bittern (Botaurus stellaris). Spotted by one of our visitors on Wednesday near our Waderscrape! As well as our Wardens and volunteers from Wensum Valley Bird Watching Society reporting their sightings, regular visitors to Pensthorpe keep us up to date with what they have spotted. What have you recently spotted on your visit to Pensthorpe?
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Our shop is looking colourful and bright with our new Christmas stock! From traditional decorations to unique and novelty ornaments, there is an array of ornaments to suit all tastes. Come and take a browse! Parking is FREE, entry into our courtyard cafe and shop are also FREE.
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