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.
Half-price admission 27th December to 15th February
From the 27th of December, to the 15th of February, entry to the arboretum will be half price, the perfect opportunity to discover the qinter beauty Thorp Perrow has to offer.
You must use code ‘halfprice’ at checkout for the offer to apply!
What’s on?
Snowdrop Kokadama
11th February, 10am – 12noon
Join our Curator, Faith Douglas as she leads you in this workshop to create you own gorgeous Snowdrop Kokedama. Kokedama is a ball of soil, covered in moss and planted. This practice comes from Japan and allows plants to grow without pots.
A kokedama can be hung from above, or placed in small dishes. All materials will be provided – please bring your own gardening gloves.
Thorp Perrow Through the Seasons
4th March, 10am – 1pm
Join Faith Douglas, our Curator, as she brings the Arboretum to life with her passion and expertise.
Your morning begins with refreshments in the Summerhouse, overlooking the tranquil private garden. Here, Faith will welcome you before guiding you through an inspiring talk on the Arboretum and its changing beauty throughout the year.
Discover what each season has to offer—from spring’s blossoms and daffodils, to the vibrant wildflower meadow of summer, the breathtaking colours of autumn, and the unique points of interest that enrich the quieter winter months.
After the presentation, enjoy a guided tour of the Arboretum, exploring the very areas brought to life in Faith’s talk.
You’ll finish your visit at the tearoom, where you can make the most of a 10% discount voucher and treat yourself to a delicious lunch.
Living Spring Wreath
5th April, 10am – 2pm
Celebrate the arrival of spring with our Living Spring Wreath Workshop, a hands-on, creative experience perfect for welcoming the new season.
In this guided workshop, you’ll create your own beautiful living wreath using seasonal plants, mosses, and natural materials. Designed to grow and change over time, your wreath can be enjoyed indoors or outdoors long after the workshop ends.
Forest Bathing
6th May, 10am – 12noon
Immerse yourself – mind, body and soul – under the relaxing canopies of our beautiful trees.
Spending time in nature is well-known for being beneficial for wellbeing so come along and experience our guided Forest Bathing and Mindfulness Walk led by Faith Douglas, our Curator, mindfulness practitioner, and author of The Nature Remedy.
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, enquiries@thorpperrow.com.
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
Weather Notices
It’s blowing a hoolie… Why Thorp Perrow Arboretum closes when it’s windy 🌳💨
As we move through the winter months, the likelihood of high winds in the weather forecast increases.
Thorp Perrow Arboretum is home to one of the finest collections of trees in the North of England, including many mature and ancient specimens. While these trees are a spectacular sight, high winds can pose a risk of falling branches or damage within the Arboretum.
To keep our visitors, staff, and volunteers safe, we have a high winds policy in place to guide decisions during periods of severe weather.
Our policy states that:
- When wind and gusts of 40mph and above are forecast by the Met Office/BBC Weather, the entire site will close
We understand that it can be disappointing if we have to close the Arboretum at short notice, especially if you’ve been looking forward to your visit. We’ll always give as much notice as possible, posting updates on our website and across our social media channels, so please check these before setting off.
After any closure due to high winds, our Estate Team carries out a full safety inspection before reopening. As soon as we’re confident the grounds are safe, we’ll welcome everyone back to enjoy the beauty of Thorp Perrow once again.
Keeping everyone safe among our trees is always our top priority. 🌿
Contact Details
Office / General Enquiries / Group Bookings / Venue Hire: 01677 425323 enquiries@thorpperrow.com
Tearoom / Admission: 01677 427203
Bird of Prey: 01677 427755
Garden Centre: hello@thorpperrowgardencentre.co.uk