Nature, history and
discovery in the
heart of North Norfolk.
Plan your visit.
The Mannington visitor season runs from Wednesday 25 March until the end of October 2026.
We are open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am – 4pm, welcoming visitors to explore the gardens, landscape and wildlife of the estate, enjoy the café and take part in events, workshops and family adventures throughout the season.
Visitor admission and car parking charges apply. Income from these help support the care of the gardens, wildlife habitats, and historic buildings across the estate, ensuring the long-term stewardship of this special landscape.
The designated public footpaths remain open year-round, and our holiday cottages on the estate are available to book throughout the year.
An Evolving Estate
Mannington Hall is currently undergoing an important programme of conservation and restoration as part of the ongoing care of the estate.
The story of Mannington continues to evolve, reflecting generations of careful stewardship, restoration, and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape. The estate has long been shaped by a commitment to preserving its heritage while allowing it to grow and adapt over time. Currently, Mannington Hall is undergoing a meticulous restoration, with scaffolding in place and local specialist craftspeople engaged to ensure the work is carried out with sensitivity and expertise.
Today, the estate offers visitors the opportunity to experience its gardens, wildlife habitats, walking routes, seasonal events, and family activities, all set within a historic and thoughtfully maintained environment. What is visible now represents only the latest chapter in a much longer and ongoing story – one that continues to bring together nature, heritage, and community.
While the Hall remains closed and some scaffolding will be visible during this time, visitors can continue to explore the gardens, landscape, events and experiences across the estate.
Learn more about the restoration
Wild About Mannington
Sunday 24th May | 10:00 – 16:00
Wild About Mannington is a family nature day filled with hands-on activities across the estate, designed for curious children and their grown-ups.
Set in the beautiful grounds of Mannington Estate, families are invited to explore, play and reconnect with nature through a series of immersive activity stations – from pond dipping and nature crafts to wildlife discovery and foraging.
Children might find themselves discovering the hidden life beneath the water’s surface, weaving with natural materials, identifying trees, listening for birdsong in the woodland, or getting closer to the tiny creatures that live beneath our feet. Each activity is led by knowledgeable partners and makers who bring warmth, skill and a deep love of the landscape.
We’re proud to be working with partners including the National Trust, HomeSound and Norfolk Wildlife Trust to help shape meaningful, creative and memorable experiences for families.
Whether your child is an intrepid explorer, a quiet observer, or simply happiest outside, this is a day to be curious, to be creative, and to be wild.
Join us and discover just how much there is to explore.
Good to Know
Admission & Tickets: Standard admission prices apply (see our Visit page for full details). Season pass holders enter free of charge.
Weather: The event will go ahead in rain, so please come prepared. In the case of high winds or severe weather, the event will be cancelled for safety reasons.
What to wear: Sturdy footwear is essential. Please bring an extra layer and dress for the outdoors — this is a fully outside event.
Maps provided: Each family will receive a map on arrival to guide you around the different activity stations across the estate.
Food & drink: The café will be open throughout the day, serving picnic-style fare, coffees, and cakes.
Playground: Our brand new natural playground will be open, so there’s even more space to climb, balance, explore and play.
We can’t wait to welcome you!