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HAll ><The Victorian Walled GardenThe Victorian Walled Garden is a treat for anygarden lover. Restored in 1997 to its late Victoriansplendour, the garden is a nostalgic journey to theheyday of kitchen gardening. Visit re-creations ofworking and living areas in the potting shed, bothyand head gardener’s office. The Walled Garden isopen daily from 10.30am. Last admission4.30pm (summer), 3.30pm (winter).

MummyFitThe popular MummyFit sessions returnthis year. Join a qualified instructor who will

help new mums get fit with their baby or toddler inthe surroundings of the Park. Tuesday’sthroughout the summer season, meet in thecar park at 10.50am. Free to join in.

Dog EtiquetteDogs are welcome at Normanby Hall CountryPark. We do ask that they are kept on leads at alltimes, and all mess is picked up. Dogs are notallowed in the Deer Park.

Christmas at NormanbyChristmas is a magical time at Normanby. Comealong to visit Father Christmas, watch the deerbeing fed, enjoy a festive meal or afternoon tea inthe Hall, or simply stretch your legs with a walk inthe park. Christmas events will be advertised onthe website.

Opening Times Normanby Hall Country Park is open all yearround, from 9am until dusk. The Hall and theFarming Museum are open daily throughout thesummer season (21 March to 30 September)from 1pm to 5pm. The last admission to boththese buildings is 4.30pm.

The Victorian Walled Garden is open daily from10.30am. Last admission is 4.30pm (summer),3.30pm (winter).

How to Find UsFor information on how to find Normanby HallCountry Park either by car, bicycle or by usingpublic transport, visit www.transportdirect.info orcall Traveline on 0871 2002233.

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Key EventsNormanby Hall Country Park hosts a numberof events throughout the year, including sportingevents, the Food Festival, tours and talks, livemusic in the park, and family activities. For the fullschedule of events pick up an event guide or visitwww.normanbyhall.co.uk

The ParkEscape the stresses of everyday life in 300acres of parkland, woodland, duck pondsand deer park. Experience the changingseasons – stunning rhododendrons inearly summer and glorious autumncolour. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, withsuperb herbaceous borders in the Sunkengarden, and wonderful naturalised bulbsin early spring. There are now pathsthroughout the woodland so that you canexplore the area more easily.

The Farming MuseumRural North Lincolnshire comes to life inre-creations of a farm worker’s kitchen andbackyard, saddler’s, and blacksmith’s workshops.Old farm machinery and transport tell the story of how the land was worked between 1850 and1950. Family activities take place daily in theFarming Museum. The Farming Museum is open daily from 1pm, 21 March to 30 September. Last admission is 4.30pm.

Gift ShopThe Gift Shop is packed with gift items,homewares, toys, souvenirs, confectionery andseasonal produce from the garden. The Gift Shopalso sells annual passes. The Gift Shop is openfrom 10.30am daily and closes 6pm(summer), and 4pm (winter).

Children’s Play AreaThe popular children’s play area atNormanby Hall Country Park includesa large adventure structure, a woodenactivity train, swings, a multi seesaw and a woodentunnel and slide adventure structure. Suitable forchildren aged from 3 to 13, the playground allowschildren to play safely while parents sit and watch.

Splashpad!Come and have a splashing time at the farm yardthemed Splashpad! Suitable for children agedbetween 3 and 12 years old, the Splashpad is theperfect place to cool down on warm days. TheSplashpad is open daily from 11am to 5pmthroughout the summer season (weatherdependent).

The Miniature RailwayThe miniature railway is managed by the ScunthorpeSociety of Model Engineers. It runs on mostSundays and bank holiday Mondays during thesummer season. Rides on the train cost 20p.

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Normanby Hall Country Park is abeautiful 300 acre estate set in theheart of North Lincolnshire. Open to

the public every day of the year, the park offersthe perfect backdrop to your day out. The Halland the Farming Museum are only openthroughout the summer months, but withaward winning gardens, exciting events,wildlife, or just a relaxing environment toenjoy a day out, there is plenty to keep you entertained all year round.

The HallBuilt in 1825, Normanby Hall is a Regencymansion designed by Sir Robert Smirke. It waspreviously home to the Sheffield family, formerDukes of Buckingham. Elegant rooms with fineRegency, Victorian and Edwardian furniturereflect the Hall’s long history. Amongst thedisplays there is a room dedicated to telling thestory of the Hall’s role during the First andSecond World War and an exhibition that exploresthe history of the building and the Sheffield family. The Hall is open daily from 1pm, 21 March to30 September. Last admission is 4.30pm.

Costume GallerySituated in the Hall, this season the costumegallery will feature the exhibition ‘Victorian Vogue’which takes items from our extensive costumecollection to document changes in fashion fromthe 1840’s to 1890’s. P R O O F

Caravan SiteThe caravan and campsite is situated near thechildren’s play area. There are electric hook upsavailable for each pitch, and access to toilets andshowers is provided at Normanby Hall Golf Club.In addition to this site, there is also a privatecampsite at the south of the park with space for 60pitches. This site is available to hire by organisedgroups. There are no electric hook-ups, but a freshwater supply and chemical disposal point isavailable. For more information and prices visitthe website or call 01724 720588.

Carers Visit for FreeWhen purchasing an annual pass, visitors withdisabilities will be supplied with a free of charge‘annual pass for one’ to be used by their carer.This free of charge pass will be awarded only onproduction of a valid Disability Travel Pass withthe carer’s symbol on it (or another local authorityproduced equivalent).

Stableyard CaféThe Stableyard Café is open daily and serves awide range of hot and cold food and drinks. TheCafé sources some products from the garden andhas been awarded a gold healthy options award.The Stableyard Café is open from 10.30am to5pm (summer), and earlier (winter).

Weddings & Celebrations Normanby Hall is a stunning wedding venue, andoffers a magical location for the most importantday of your life. The Hall combines uniquesurroundings, excellent catering, and fantasticphoto opportunities to make an unforgettable dayfor you and your guests. The Hall can host bothcivil ceremonies and wedding receptions.

The Hall can also host other events such ascelebrations, balls, conferences, exhibitions, andparties. Contact us to request a wedding brochureor to enquire about holding an event in the Hall.

Afternoon TeaOn selected dates throughout the summer seasonafternoon tea will be served in the Hall. Details ofthe available dates can be found on the website orby calling 01724 720588. Booking inadvance is essential.

Petting FarmCome and meet the animals!Throughout the summer school holidaysNormanby will be home to some very friendlyanimals. Last year we were joined by a donkey, apony, sheep, cows, alpaca, goats, guinea pigs, rabbitsand more... and this year we are expecting the same.The animals will be here for the duration of the sixweek holiday and there will be handling sessionsdaily when you can get up close to the furryfriends. Visit the website for more information.

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The Land TrainAll aboard the Normanby land train! The landtrain runs during school holidays and at weekendsthroughout the summer season. The train ride lastsapproximately 15 minutes and costs £1. Childrenunder the age of five can ride for free. Buy yourticket from the gift shop.

Normanby TotsThe Normanby Tots sessions for under 5’s takeplace the first Monday of the month, term timeonly, during the summer season at 1.30pm in theFarming Museum. Parents and toddlers can enjoythemed creative play, get messy, handle museumobjects, sing and fill up on healthy refreshments.

FishingThe 20 peg fishing lake at Normanby is openfrom 1 January to 30 September from 9am untilthe park closes. With level banks and a platform,the lake is especially suited to teaching children tofish. Day tickets cost £5 per adult and £4 perchild and can only be purchased by priorarrangement by calling Mr Lawrence on 01724732309. A limited number of season tickets arealso available. For more information about the lake and the fish that are stocked, visit the website.

AccessibilityOur accessibility statement can be found onthe Normanby Hall website.

1 Normanby Hall2 Victorian walled garden3 Farming museum4 Bird feeding station5 Duck ponds6 Stableyard café7 Information centre8 Miniature railway9 Ice house10 Children’s play area11 Gift shop12 Education Room13 Deer park14 Ticket booth15 Coach park16 Toilets17 Land train stop18 Changing places facility19 Hay meadow20 Story telling area21 Splashpad22 Start of woodland paths

Admission & Annual PassesA single admission charge includes entry tothe Hall, Walled Garden, Farming Museum,Costume Gallery, and Park: Adult £6.50, Child£3.30, Over 60 £5.90. Free admission for under5s. Annual passes are a cost effective way ofenjoying the park. The passes are valid from thedate of purchase until 31 March 2016. They allowentry to the park all year round, and to the Halland Farming Museum throughout the openseason (21 March to 30 September).

Annual passes are priced at: £25.50 family pass,£20.50 pass for two, £15.50 pass for one.

Group annual passes are available for formally constituted, not for profitgroups. These are priced at £52 andallow entry for up to 20 people.

Annual passes can be purchased from the GiftShop, or at www.northlincs.gov.uk

Group VisitsTake advantage of the benefits offered for groupvisits booked in advance. These include significantsavings on full price admission and specialist talksor guided tours. Group visits that take placeduring the week can also be teamed with a meal orrefreshments served in the Hall. Contact us for alist of tours and talks available. We can also delivermany of these talks in your community.

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