Hotel Near Thorp Perrow Arboretum: Stay at The Woodman Inn

Looking for a hotel near Thorp Perrow Arboretum? The Woodman Inn is the closest place to stay, just 5–10 minutes from the entrance, with 14 en-suite rooms and a restaurant serving fresh, locally sourced food.

Whether you’re planning a full day among the trees or just passing through North Yorkshire, having somewhere close, comfortable, and unhurried to return to changes the whole trip.

About Thorp Perrow Arboretum

Thorp Perrow is 100 acres of woodland and gardens near Bedale, home to five National Plant Collections — Ash, Lime, Laburnum, Walnut, and Cotinus — alongside a Bird of Prey Centre with daily flying displays and a Mammal Centre where you can get close to wallabies and meerkats. There’s an adventure playground for children, a tearoom on site, and dogs are welcome on a lead throughout the arboretum grounds.

• Address: Thorp Perrow, Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2PR
• Hours: Open 7 days a week, roughly 10am–5pm (shorter in winter, weather-dependent)
• Tickets: From £9.75, under-4s go free
• Bird of Prey displays: Typically three times daily (seasonal)

Check Thorp Perrow’s own site for the current calendar of events and exact seasonal opening times before you visit.

Why The Woodman Inn Is the Best Hotel Near Thorp Perrow Arboretum

Most visitors treat Thorp Perrow as a half-day or full-day trip — which makes where you stay before and after just as important as the visit itself.

• The closest hotel to the arboretum, minutes rather than a long drive away
• 14 individually decorated en-suite rooms, including a two-bedroom family suite
• A restaurant built around fresh, locally sourced Yorkshire produce — including daily blackboard specials and Aberdeenshire steaks
• A genuine 18th-century coaching inn, family-run, in the quiet village of Burneston
• Free parking and easy access from the A1(M) at Leeming Bar, useful if you’re combining the visit with a longer North Yorkshire trip

Making a Day of It

Thorp Perrow rewards an unhurried visit. A typical day might look like:

1. Morning: Arrive for opening, explore the woodland trails while they’re quiet
2. Midday: Catch a Bird of Prey display, visit the Mammal Centre
3. Afternoon: Tearoom stop, then the adventure playground if you’re travelling with children
4. Evening: Back to The Woodman Inn for dinner and a comfortable night before continuing your journey or heading home

If you’re staying longer in the area, Thorp Perrow sits close to several other North Yorkshire attractions — worth combining if you have a spare afternoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is The Woodman Inn from Thorp Perrow Arboretum?

Around 5–10 minutes’ drive, making it the closest hotel accommodation to the arboretum.

Is Thorp Perrow dog friendly?

Yes — dogs are welcome on a lead throughout the arboretum grounds, though not inside the Bird of Prey and Mammal Centre or the tearoom.

Do I need to book Thorp Perrow tickets in advance?

It’s recommended, particularly during school holidays and for event days — check their site for the current calendar.

Is there somewhere to eat near Thorp Perrow?

There’s an on-site tearoom at the arboretum, and The Woodman Inn’s restaurant is a short drive away for a full meal before or after your visit.

Can I stay overnight near Thorp Perrow Arboretum?

Yes — The Woodman Inn in Burneston offers 14 individually decorated en-suite rooms just minutes from Thorp Perrow Arboretum, making it easy to explore the woodland trails, Bird of Prey displays, and Mammal Centre without rushing back on the same day. It’s also a convenient base if you’re combining your visit with the wider Yorkshire Dales.

Book Your Stay

Combine your visit to Thorp Perrow with a comfortable night at The Woodman Inn — book direct for our best available rate, or get in touch if you’re planning a longer North Yorkshire break.