North Yorkshire
Parks and nature reserves in Bedale
Thorp Perrow Arboretum is the one place for parks and nature reserves in Bedale that we've checked. If none of these suit, there's more parks and nature reserves in 10 nearby towns further down the page.
Questions parents ask
- How long should we allow for a visit?
- The venue does not specify a typical visit length on its homepage. Contact them directly to ask how long families usually spend exploring the 100 acres of woodland and gardens.
- Is there a café, and can we bring a picnic?
- The Tearoom serves light bites, hearty lunches and homemade treats with seasonal, locally sourced food. We haven't confirmed whether picnicking is allowed in the grounds.
- Can we manage it with a buggy, or is the terrain difficult with a toddler?
- We haven't confirmed whether the arboretum is buggy-friendly, though it's described as a calm, accessible place. Contact the venue to ask about terrain, paths and buggy access across the 100 acres.
- Will it work on a wet day, or should we save it for good weather?
- The arboretum is mostly outdoors across woodland and gardens, so a rainy forecast would limit enjoyment. However, there is a Tearoom and Bird of Prey Centre indoors, and the venue does not say it closes in wet weather.
- Is the parking easy, and is it a long walk from the car to the arboretum?
- Parking is available at the venue, including blue-badge spaces. The venue does not specify the walk distance from the car park to the entrance or grounds.
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