Knole
Knole House, Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0RP
Originally built as an archbishop's palace, Knole passed through royalty to the Sackville family, who still live here today. Take in the scale and magnificence of the 600 year old estate by exploring the grand courtyards and tranquil Orangery or wander the winding paths in the parkland, still populated by wild deer. Inside the showrooms, art lovers will find paintings by Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck to admire. Explore the life and loves of former resident Eddy Sackville-West in the Gatehouse Tower and climb the spiral staircase to take in panoramic views from the roof.
Conservation Week will be running at Knole from Monday 9 to Sunday 15 September, during which we highlight how items in Knole's collection are cared for, with visitors being able to see the Collections team at work in the showrooms.
Discover the story of Vita Sackville-West's life at Knole through to her wedding and subsequent (bittersweet) departure in 1913. This story will be brought to life around you with a new multi-media tour guiding you through key moments in Vita's life. Around the showrooms you'll find detailed paper sculpture recreations of the dress worn by Vita at her wedding as well as other outfits, all designed and created by artist Denise Watson, of Delicarta, 'bringing paper to life'. There is also a rare chance to see the original manuscript of 'Orlando', which will be on show in the Ballroom.
Pre-booking is recommended to guarantee entry.
Timings & Tours
- Monday 09 September:
- Entry gates open 1000-1700. Showrooms open 1100-1600, last entry 1530.
Location & directions
Knole House, Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0RP
- Directions:
- The National Trust car park is for admission ticket holders only. To use the car park please pre-book admission tickets for every person in the vehicle. Members: book admission tickets per person online to guarantee entry. Non-members: book admission tickets per person online (all tickets will be free on Heritage Open Day only). Admission tickets include entry to the car park.
- Contact on day:
- National Trust - Knole
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- The National Trust car park is for admission ticket holders only. To use the car park please pre-book admission for every person in your vehicle. There are two ticket options. An Outdoor & Tower ticket includes entry to the Gatehouse Tower, Brewhouse Café, shops, courtyards, facilities and use of the car park in the heart of Knole Park. Visitors should choose a Showrooms, Outdoor & Tower ticket if they also wish to visit the historic showrooms.
- Booking website:
- https://www.nationaltrust-tickets.org.uk/category/32933?branches.branchID=2408
- Booking opens:
- 15 Aug 2024 12:00 PM
Accessibility details
Courtyards and the Brewhouse Cafe are fully wheelchair accessible. Lifts are available to access the Orangery and the gift shop. The Great Hall in the showrooms is accessible to wheelchair users. Access to the first floor showrooms is up a broad, shallow staircase with a handrail on the left. Access to the Gatehouse Tower is via 77 steep spiral steps only. Video tours can be provided in the Visitor Centre. A mobility scooter can be hired to explore the park. Please book in advance on 01732 462100.
