Dyrham Park’s grounds are home to a herd of fallow deer, which roam the 270-acre parkland. In addition to the deer, visitors may encounter various birds and small mammals typical of English estate parks, but the standout wildlife feature currently is the fallow deer population.

Details and guidance:

• Deer presence: A reintroduced herd of fallow deer has been established in the parkland, with guidelines asking visitors to keep a respectful distance and not seek out the deer, as they are wild animals adjusting to their new home.

• Safety and etiquette: Visitors are encouraged to give deer space, avoid startling them, and follow park signage and staff directions to minimize disturbance.

• Access considerations: The deer sanctuary has been adapted for more space and welfare measures, reflecting ongoing management of the deer population within the grounds.

• Dogs policy: Only assistance dogs are explicitly permitted on-site; other dogs are not allowed due to the deer presence. If you plan to visit with a dog, check latest guidelines from the estate.

If you’d like, I can pull the latest visitor-facing details from the National Trust page or local news updates to confirm current roaming behaviors or any seasonal changes.