Guided walks at Pensthorpe this summer

Nature lovers are in luck this summer, as Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens launches a series of new guided walks – perfect for a short-break holiday in the UK.

Fans of BBC Springwatch will have seen the fantastic wildlife and beautiful surroundings of Pensthorpe, near Fakenham, in North Norfolk - but now everybody can enjoy the grounds.

This summer the wildlife haven is holding a series of guided evening walks which offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience the natural wonders of the reserve in the company of Pensthorpe experts.

The walks will be held on July 8th & 23rd and August 5th & 18th and guided by Pensthorpe head gardener Imogen Checketts and warden Ed Braham-Jones.

Visitors will be taken around the new Wildlife Habitat Garden - opened earlier this year by wildlife presenter Chris Packham and featured on Springwatch – which aims to show people how they can attract wildlife into their garden with simple hints and tips.

Also on the tours will be Pensthorpe’s Wave Garden, Wader Scrape, one of Norfolk’s largest wildflower meadows, the Millennium Garden and the Great Eurasian Forest.

Pensthorpe owner, Deb Jordan, said: "Evening is a fantastic time to see Pensthorpe’s wildlife and gardens. Between them Imogen and Ed have a huge range of knowledge about the site and will be able to give visitors a fascinating and unique experience."

The walks start at 17:30 and take approximately two hours. Spaces are limited to 15 people and prior booking is essential. Admission is £7.50, with more information here.

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