
Acorns
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Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
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Acorns is a recurring series of outdoor events held at Sheringham Park in Norwich, featuring various nature-themed activities. Taking place on selected dates, participants can engage in creative and curious pursuits in the park's dog-free Bower Garden. The event is free to attend.
Join the fun on selected Wednesdays at 10:30am - 12:15pm, in Sheringham Park's dog-free Bower Garden.
Come and get closer to nature and enjoy creative and curious activities, led by National Trust staff and volunteers.
Upcoming sessions:
9 September | Minibeast mayhem
23 September | Nuts about autumn
14 October | Put the fun in fungi
4 November | The whole hedgehog
18 November | Owl's about that, then
2 December | Play in nature's band
16 December | Yule love this
Each session is outdoors, costs £5 per child (including a free refreshment break) and is recommended for 2-4 year olds. There's no need to book, just come along to the Visitor Barn at Sheringham Park on selected Wednesdays, ready to enjoy an adventure!
For more information please email: sheringhamlearning@nationaltrust.org.uk
Car parking is free for National Trust members (please scan your cards) and a £6.50 charge applies to non-members. Make a day of it with a path winding through the Wild Garden fit for lunchtime pram naps and a Courtyard Café full of warming drinks and snacks.
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Acorns takes place on Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Wednesday, 16 December 2026.
Acorns is held at Sheringham Park in Norwich (Upper Sheringham, Norfolk).
Entry to Acorns is free.
The forecast for Acorns is Partly cloudy · 16°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Sheringham Park can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Acorns can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Acorns
Editorial Summary
Acorns is a recurring series of outdoor events held at Sheringham Park in Norwich, featuring various nature-themed activities. Taking place on selected dates, participants can engage in creative and curious pursuits in the park's dog-free Bower Garden. The event is free to attend.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Join the fun on selected Wednesdays at 10:30am - 12:15pm, in Sheringham Park's dog-free Bower Garden.
Come and get closer to nature and enjoy creative and curious activities, led by National Trust staff and volunteers.
Upcoming sessions:
9 September | Minibeast mayhem
23 September | Nuts about autumn
14 October | Put the fun in fungi
4 November | The whole hedgehog
18 November | Owl's about that, then
2 December | Play in nature's band
16 December | Yule love this
Each session is outdoors, costs £5 per child (including a free refreshment break) and is recommended for 2-4 year olds. There's no need to book, just come along to the Visitor Barn at Sheringham Park on selected Wednesdays, ready to enjoy an adventure!
For more information please email: sheringhamlearning@nationaltrust.org.uk
Car parking is free for National Trust members (please scan your cards) and a £6.50 charge applies to non-members. Make a day of it with a path winding through the Wild Garden fit for lunchtime pram naps and a Courtyard Café full of warming drinks and snacks.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Acorns?
Acorns takes place on Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 10:30. The event runs until Wednesday, 16 December 2026.
Where is Acorns taking place?
Acorns is held at Sheringham Park in Norwich (Upper Sheringham, Norfolk).
How much are tickets for Acorns?
Entry to Acorns is free.
What will the weather be like at Acorns?
The forecast for Acorns is Partly cloudy · 16°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Is there anywhere to stay near Acorns?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Sheringham Park can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Acorns?
Tickets for Acorns can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Wednesday, 16 December 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 13°C · chance of rain 21% · wind 25 km/h
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