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Mannington Estate

Explore 20 acres of gardens which feature shrubs, lake and trees, period garden and sensory garden. Extensive countryside walks and trails from the garden. There is also a moated manor house and Saxon church with C19 follies. We have wildflowers and birds a plenty.

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Mannington Estate
Mannington Estate
Mannington Estate
Mannington Estate
Mannington Estate
Mannington Estate

About Mannington Estate

Gardens include some cedar trees and yew hedges from 19th century and mature trees from 19th/early 20th but are mainly the work of present Lord Walpole from 1969 onwards. Main borders established from 1970s, Heritage Rose and scented gardens from 1980 (summer), arboretum 1980s, sensory garden early 21st .Newer gardens include Sensory, Four Elements, Less able and Children.
Also for children playground and enchanted trail with annual trails and quizzes.

Gardens managed for wildlife with notable wild flower meadow and board walk leading to bird hide and scrape. Wood and lake walks

15th century moated hall added to in 19th century when folly garden created around medieval church (ruined). Moat with water lilies and Lake.

For full programme of events please see website.

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Website:

https://www.manningtonestate.co.uk

Mannington Estate features

Location details

Mannington Estate,
Norwich,
Norfolk,
NR11 7BB

Directions to Mannington Estate
2m N of Saxthorpe via B1149 towards Holt. At Saxthorpe/Corpusty follow signs to Mannington.

Mannington Estate openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access via gravel paths. One steep slope.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Yes, coaches are accepted at Mannington Estate. Please get in touch with the owners for details.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Mannington Estate. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Mannington Estate, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Mannington Estate are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Mannington Estate seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.