About Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden
Explore this tranquil South Walsham retreat where ancient trees meet peaceful waterways, creating an enchanting nature escape perfect for family walks through wildlife-rich habitats.
What's nearby
- Norfolk + Suffolk Tourist Attractions next door
- Fairhaven Primary School next door
- South Walsham Village Hall next door
- St Lawrence's Centre for Training and the Arts 350m away
- The Parish Church of Saint Mary 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Lovely place to visit. Really enjoyed the 50 minute boat trip on the Broads with Simon. Peaceful woodland paths with plenty of seating to enjoy the wildlife and plants. Great dog friendly pods for a delicious lunch. A rare treat seeing a little mole who had lost his way and entered the gift shop. We left staff trying to coax him back outside. Very friendly and helpful staff.
· via Google
Beautiful, peaceful gardens and lovely boat ride on the broads. Jane was very friendly and informative. Bought feed for the swans and ducks which my Grandson enjoyed doing, especially as the ducks were tame enough to eat out of his hand. Had a lovely paninni for lunch, with a lovely fresh salad. Would thoroughly recommend visiting.
· via Google
Lovely time walking through the gardens at Fairhavern. My Grandaugter managed to find all the stamps for her card and received a pkt of flower seeds . Stopped for a rest and a coffee in the shade of the trees at the other cafe (can't remember the name sorry !) Great sausage rolls drinks , cakes and ice creams. Lovely area for dogs too to cool off. So many things to look out for. We particularly loved the wood carving on the seats. We managed a 50 minute boot trip too. We were well entertained watching the yachts of various sizes weaving in and out. Great paths for mobility scooters too. A place for everyone. We would highly recommend.
· via Google
Beautiful place to visit. Allow one and half hours for the walk. Lovely cafe to enjoy refreshments after. You can even take a boat ride on the Broad. It is wheelchair friendly.
· via Google
Visitors say this woodland and water garden offers beautiful, peaceful walks through well-maintained grounds with diverse plants and wildlife, including ancient oak trees. They also highlight the enjoyable boat trips, often with informative guides, and appreciate the dog-friendly environment. Guests mention the cafe serves good food and drinks, and the staff are consistently friendly and helpful.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- School Road, South Walsham, Norwich, NR13 6DZ Get directions
- Category
- National Parks & Reserves
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (1,925 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- South Walsham