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Redwings Caldecott Visitor Centre
Redwings Caldecott Visitor Centre
Wildlife Park
VAQAS
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For a FREE and fun family day out, visit Redwings Caledcott and meet friendly rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules nose-to-nose.
Redwings Caldecott is the rescue charity's largest visitor centre with over 100 residents ready and waiting to meet you- from gentle Shire Fox and his best friend, Bungle to cheeky Shetland Sampson.
And if you love donkeys, this is the place for you! Redwings Caldecott is home to a whole herd of donkeys - over 30 in fact! - including dainty donkey Esther!
The centre also offers a host of fun activities to enjoy including pony grooming, quiz trails and guided tours with Redwings' friendly team who offer a fascinating insight into these beautiful animals, their rescue stories and the charity's work.
After exploring the paddock walks, visitors can enjoy hot or cold refreshments in the café and pick up a souvenir from their visit in the gift shop. Coach, community groups and school visits are very welcome, as are dogs so don't forget to bring your pooch along for a day out too.
Redwings Caldecott is open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 10am to 4pm (closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays).
Some exciting changes are under way!
There are currently some developments at Caldecott Hall where a brand-new gift shop and cafe will located. The visitor facilities have therefore been relocated to a temporary welcome building where catering is not currently available. Click here to read the full details of the exciting development.
Cafe, gift shop, information centre, children's play area, picnic area, disabled access, dogs on leads welcome, VAQAS Awarded.
Opening details
Prices
FREE entry and parking
0870 040 0033
info@redwings.co.uk
www.redwings.org.uk
email a friend
Address
Caldecott Hall,
Beccles Road,
Fritton,
Norfolk,
NR31 9EY
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: TG 474013 Lat: 52.55409 Long: 1.64906
By Road:
Situated on th A143 between Great Yarmouth and Beccles, opposite Fritton Lake. Disabled parking provided.
Parking: free
Boating Holidays
Holiday Parks
Hotels and B&Bs
Alternative Accommodation
Camping & Touring
Self-Catering PlacesFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Welcome Host
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Cafe, gift shop, information centre, children's play area, picnic area, disabled access, dogs on leads welcome, VAQAS Awarded.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
- Has a ramp
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Baby changing facilities
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Clear signage
- Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
- Wheelchairs provided
- Free
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
Entrance
- Ramp to entrance
- Handrail by ramp
- Entrance is well lit
Food
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Sugar free (diabetic)
- Gluten free (coeliacs)
- Lactose free (dairy free)
- Nut free
- Vegetarian
- Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
- High chairs for children
- Children's menu
Notes
Rewings Caledcott Visitor Centre gives people the opportunity to meet some of the sanctuary's rescued horse and donkey residents and learn about how the charity cares for them. The centre is situated on a flat 70 acre site with a grass car park and flat concrete walkways leading to the reception. A Gift Shop, Cafe and Horsewise Education room, are all within close reach of the reception area on concrete paths and flat grass tracks. Toilets, including a disabled access toilet and baby changing facilities are located on the ground floor with flat entrance ways, ramps and open doors. Stables and grazing areas surround the key facilities so that all visitors have the opportunity to see and get close to the horses without having to travel too far. Flat grass tracks make up the site's 'Paddock Walks' with two marked trails. The first is 1km and takes approximately 30 minutes. There are numerous benches and resting points along the way. The second is 1.5km and takes approximately 50 minutes. again there are resting points and most areas of the track are flat however there is some undulating land. Around the site there is information and signage displayed in large print to educate visitors about horse care and welfare and to introduce them to equines living at the site. When possible, the staff undertake tractor tours, talks and demonstrations, many of which are free of charge and suitable for all ages. A wheelchair is available for loan and staff are always on hand to assist however they can so that everyone can enjoy their visit. We look forward to welcoming you. If you have any queries or require any assistance please phone our visitor helpline on 0870 040 0033, visit our website www.redwings.co.uk/visiting or email info@redwings.co.uk
