Welcome to Thorp Perrow
Come and take a stroll in the Arboretum, watch your children let off steam in the adventure playground, enjoy the wonderful Bird of Prey displays, or hand feed the wallabies in the Mammal Centre. We have a lot to offer the whole family – keep your eyes peeled for our fun seasonal trails, family event days, open-air concerts, workshops, lunches, and guided tours.
Thorp Perrow is the home of one of the UK’s finest collections of trees, including five National Plant Collections, and a leading centre for raptor conservation.
Halloween Trail
Book tickets to our Halloween Trail, running from 4th October to 2nd November, by clicking the link below.
What’s on?
Storm in a Teacup Circus
27th – 31st August
Roll up for a day of circus magic in the Little Big Top! New for 2025.
Join us for a vibrant day under (and around!) the big top, packed with hands on fun, visual delights, and fun-filled performances!
Highland Cow Fabric Sculpting
2nd October – 12am – 1pm
Join artist and creative tutor, Abigail Lagden, to discover the delights of fabric sculpting. This rather fun and messy craft involves working with fabrics and a fabric hardener to create pieces which are full of intriguing texture and depth.
Abigail has a fascination of all things mythical and this certainly creeps out in most of her pieces, bringing a sense of fantasy and fun which also spills into her workshops.
Autumn Tour & Lunch in the Hall
15th October – 12noon – 4pm
Join Faith Douglas, our Curator, who will lead you on a walk-and-talk around the Arboretum, sharing her passion for the season and inviting you to enjoy the spectacle of autumn colour with our collections of National Tree Collection, Acer, Cotinus, and Liquidambar. With glorious canopies at their most beautiful, Faith will share some facts and care tips along the route.
Afterwards, you’re invited to enjoy a light 2-course lunch served in the Hall.
Pheasant Willow Weaving
22nd October – 10am – 3pm
We’re welcoming Wendy Bristow, from Twigs and Sprigs, back to Thorp Perrow. Wendy will guide you through the process of creating a willow pheasant sculpture to display in your home or garden.
How to find us
No access to Arboretum from Firby Road (past Bedale Leisure Centre), use sat nav postcode DL8 2PS.
From Bedale: follow signposts towards Masham (B6268), ignore signs for Thorp Perrow along Firby Road (also signposted Leisure Centre), and continue for approx 1 mile. Turn left following signs for Snape and the entrance to the Arboretum is approx 1/4 mile on the left.
Admission Prices
Pre book your tickets online to get the best price.
Booking online is subject to a booking fee charge from our service provider, but we have discounted our online tickets to ensure you no worse off if you book online – and in fact in most cases you are better off pre-booking.
Tickets can be purchased on the gate, but are subject to capacity and we strongly advise you pre book prior to your visit.
Credit: Wendy Pain
Ticket Type |
Online |
On the Door |
Office |
| Adult | £14.75 | £15.75 | |
| Concession | £13.75 | £14.75 | |
| Child (4-16 years) | £9.75 | £10.75 | |
| 2 + 2 | £47.25 | £49.25 | |
| 2 + 3 | £56.50 | £58.50 | |
| Group Adult (pre-booked groups of 10+ visitors) | N/A | N/A | £11.97 |
| Group Child (pre-booked groups of 10+ visitors) | N/A | N/A | £7.72 |
| Adult Season Ticket | £50.50 | £52.50 | |
| Child Season Ticket | £29.50 | £31.50 | |
| Family Season Ticket (1 Adult) | £94.50 | N/A | |
| Family Season Ticket (2 Adults) | £147.00 | N/A |
Please contact the office for further information on group and school bookings or venue hire, 01677 425 323.
Season tickets are valid for a year from the date of purchase and offer fantastic value for money! Please ask us about upgrading during your visit.
Occasionally we do need to close the Arboretum at short notice due to weather warnings. Please check our social media for updates before you travel.
Opening Times
Thorp Perrow
Arboretum: 10:00 – 17:00
Tearoom: 10:00 – 16:00
Garden Centre: 10:00 – 17:00
Please note: during adverse weather conditions, these times may change, please check our social media for updates.
Bird of Prey Display Times
Meet the Owls: 11:30am
Bird of Prey Flying Display: 1:30pm
Bird of Prey Flying Display: 3:30pm
Please note: during the winter months, display times vary and we may only have 1 per day. Please ask on arrival or call the admission staff on 01677 427 203.
Dogs at Thorp Perrow
Thorp Perrow welcomes dogs, providing they are kept on a lead at all times.
Dogs are not permitted inside the Tearoom (but can join you in the outdoor seating areas), the children’s play area, or the Bird of Prey and Mammal Centre. Please use the areas provided to secure your furry friend whilst you visit these facilities.
Mobility Scooter
Please contact our tearoom to pre-book and hire our mobility scooter: 01677 427 203
Contact Numbers
Office / General Enquiries / Group Bookings / Venue Hire: 01677 425323
Tearoom / Admission: 01677 427203
Bird of Prey: 01677 427755