Name: Knole Park
Rating: 5.0

Knole Park

Sevenoaks, Kent TN15 0RP, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

Description

Knole Park, Sitting proudly within Kent’s last medieval deer park, Knole offers something for everyone. Immerse yourself in the vast estate and follow in the footsteps of tourists who have visited Knole’s showrooms for 400 years. 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 this 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 Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck to admire.

Price starts from £6.00 for Adults(18+), £3.00 for Children(5-17) and £15.00 for Family. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Family-friendly visits to Knole: There are plenty of things for families to enjoy on a visit to Knole. Try a walk in the parkland along one of the marked walking routes. Climb the steps in the Gatehouse Tower and enjoy panoramic views from the top. There's also a bookshop with an area dedicated to children's books, toys and games, and a café where you can get drinks, snacks and lunch.
Explore the park at Knole: Covering 1,000 acres of trees, woodland, valleys and parkland, Knole Park is a tranquil haven of wildlife in the middle of Sevenoaks. Pick a walking route to follow as you explore the veteran trees and hunt for wildlife in this Site of Special Scientific Interest. Look out for the volunteer deer rangers when you’re out and about; they’re full of interesting facts.
The Gatehouse Tower at Knole: Take a tour of the Gatehouse Tower, including climbing the spiral staircase to Eddy Sackville-West’s rooms and for panoramic views over the medieval parkland.
Explore the showrooms at Knole: Knole was built to impress. Come and explore the grandeur of its showrooms, the hidden secrets of the attics and the rooms Eddy Sackville-West called home in the Gatehouse Tower.
Eating and shopping at Knole: Browse the latest seasonal ranges and pick up something to brighten up your home and bookshelves at Knole. Pop into the Brewhouse Café for drinks, savoury snacks and sweet treats.
Explore the park at Knole: The parkland at Knole is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), covering 1,000 acres of trees, undulating valleys, open parkland and is home to a herd of wild deer.
Visiting Knole with your dog: Knole is a two pawprint rated place, with acres of parkland to enjoy with your dog. Here's what you need to know before you set off.
Wild deer herd at Knole: Knole’s parkland is home to a herd of fallow deer and it’s important to us that everyone has the best experience possible, so here are some dos and don’ts.
Knole Estate and park walks map: Take a look at the map of Knole estate and walks in the parkland.

Facilities

Food & Drinks: Café - Open 10am-5pm (10am-4pm from Monday 3 November 2025). Last orders 30 minutes before closing.
Toilet: There are two toilet locations: one in Green Court near the showrooms and shops, and another on the ground floor of the conservation studio building opposite the Brewhouse Café. Baby changing facilities are available in both toilet locations. There are two large accessible toilets on site and no adult changing facilities.

What to see

Events:

Volunteer Coffee Morning: Are you interested in volunteering at Knole? Join us at a volunteer coffee morning to find out more. Event summary on 23 Sep - 29 Nov 202523 Sep to 29 Nov 2025 at 10:30 - 12:0010:30 to 12:00 + 2 other dates or times.
Celebrating Beatrix Potter at Knole: Indulge in the charm and nostalgia of Beatrix Potter: discover hidden characters as you follow a free spotter trail in the showrooms and see a selection of original manuscripts, book illustrations and toys. Event summary on 23 Sep - 2 Nov 202523 Sep to 2 Nov 2025. at 11:00 - 16:0011:00 to 16:00 + 40 other dates or times.
Attic Tours: Hidden above the showrooms lie Knole's attics. Join a behind the scenes tour to explore these spaces and see a different side to Knole. Event summary on 24 Sep - 20 Dec 202524 Sep to 20 Dec 2025. at 11:30 - 12:1511:30 to 12:15 + 38 other dates or times

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/knole/events

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Contact

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Outdoor & Tower Ticket Prices:

Adult(18+): £6.00.
Child(5–17): £3.00.
Under 5s: Free.
Family(2 adults + up to 3 children): £15.00.
Family(1 Adult + up to 3 children: £9.00.
Group Adult(18+): £5.70.
Group Child(5–17): £2.85.

Ticket Prices:

Adult(18+): £18.00.
Child(5–17): £9.00.
Under 5s: Free.
Family (2 adults + up to 3 children): £45.00.
Family(1 Adult + up to 3 children): £27.00.
Group Adult(18+): £17.10.
Group Child(5–17): £8.55.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/knole

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open Daily: 10:00 - 17:00.

Address: Sevenoaks, Kent TN15 0RP, UK

Post Code: TN15 0RP

Council: Sevenoaks

County: Kent

By road: From 8pm on Friday 12 to 6am on Monday 16 September, the A21 near Sevenoaks is closed in both directions between the Morleys and Vauxhall roundabouts. Diversion routes will be in place. Please allow extra time for your journey, however, if you have pre-booked and arrive after your arrival time then you will still be admitted. Last entry to the showrooms and Gatehouse Tower is 3.30pm; last entry to Knole car park is 4.30pm. Some sat nav systems will not direct you correctly to Knole using our postcode. Use postcode TN13 1HX and follow directions below. From north and west: leave M25 at exit 5 (A21) and follow signs for Sevenoaks. Turn right at mini-roundabout. Park entrance is in Sevenoaks town centre, left off A225 High Street (opposite St Nicholas Church). From south: Leave A21 at junction signposted Sevenoaks and follow A225 for Sevenoaks. Park entrance is on right after about 2 miles. From east: Follow A25 through Seal. Turn left at traffic lights. Continue ahead and through High Street. Park entrance is on left 300 yards beyond top of the High Street. Be mindful of the local traffic on the busy High Street as you enter and exit.
By train: The nearest station is Sevenoaks, which is located on Tubs Hill, TN13 1DP. The station is managed by Southeastern Trains. There are direct services to London, Hastings and Ashford International as well as many other stations. There is cycle parking available at the station. To get to Knole from the station you can walk through Sevenoaks town centre. This takes approximately 30 minutes. The walk from the station to Knole is uphill. Visit www.goodjourney.org.uk to find out more about car free travel to Knole, our current offers and for assistance in planning your journey.
By bus: Arriva and Go Coach buses service Sevenoaks, with several routes connecting it to other towns in Kent. 'Sevenoaks School', on A225 High Street, is the nearest bus stop to the main entrance gate of Knole. There is a bus station located in Sevenoaks town centre. It is possible to walk through the parkland to Knole from the bus station. Visit www.goodjourney.org.uk to find out more about car free travel to Knole, our current offers and for assistance in planning your journey.