Knole - National Trust

Knole - National Trust Knole is one of the country’s most exceptional historic houses, containing world-class collections and surrounded by a 1,000 acre deer park.
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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 e

state 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. Textiles enthusiasts can marvel at the 17th century tapestries and furniture that make the collection internationally significant. You can 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 top. Visitors can find out how our team of conservators care for Knole’s treasures in the new conservation studio and see them in action from Wednesday to Saturday weekly. For event listings and bookings visit https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole/

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'Powerhouse' at Knole | until 31 July - discover contemporary art  in the historic showrooms and Orangery at Knole. 'Pow...
29/05/2026

'Powerhouse' at Knole | until 31 July - discover contemporary art in the historic showrooms and Orangery at Knole.

'Powerhouse' features ‘20 Historical Women Who Changed the World’, a touring exhibition created by Nigerian-born British artist Chinwe Russell. The exhibition is a bold, colourful and historically inspired body of work that gives an insight into the lives of some significant women from history, alongside some of the women who have played important roles in shaping Knole.

After visiting the exhibition, why not stop by the Bookshop for a range of titles about women in history, art and design?

Entry to the exhibition is included with normal admission (showrooms ticket). Showrooms open 11am-4pm (last entry 3.30pm) and Orangery open 10am-5pm.

Find out more on the Knole website.

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Images: Chinwe Russell's paintings of Marie Curie and Barbara Castle 📷©National Trust/JC
Chinwe Russell in the Ballroom at Knole with her painting of Maria Montessori alongside a portrait of Mary Curzon 📷©National Trust/ Eleanor Brooks-Harding
The Bookshop at Knole 📷©National Trust/JC

The deer at Knole are seeking some shady spots to rest in.When you're visiting Knole Park, please remember that the deer...
26/05/2026

The deer at Knole are seeking some shady spots to rest in.

When you're visiting Knole Park, please remember that the deer are wild animals so:
🦌 keep your distance. Don't try to touch them (they also carry ticks and fleas).
🥪 don't feed them. They find all the food they need naturally in the park.
🗑 clear away your rubbish. Put it in a bin or take it home with you please. Rubbish can be harmful to the deer and other wildlife in the park.
🐕 keep dogs on a lead and under control at all times.

Thank you for helping us to make Knole Park a safe place for the deer and the abundance of wildlife that call it home. It also makes it a lovely space for everyone to visit and enjoy.



📷©National Trust

We’re looking for two Welcome Managers to join the teams at Ightham Mote and Knole.You'll lead the Visitor Services team...
21/05/2026

We’re looking for two Welcome Managers to join the teams at Ightham Mote and Knole.

You'll lead the Visitor Services teams and oversee the welcome areas, encouraging high standards of service and helping to grow our charitable income.
There are two full time, permanent roles available, with an annual salary of £29,367.

To find out more and apply, please visit nationaltrustjobs.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 31 May 2026, references IRC175358 (Ightham Mote) and IRC175359 (Knole).

📷©National Trust Images/Megan Taylor/Andrew Butler/Laurence Perry

What's on at Knole next week:📖☕ Monday 18th - Toddler Mondays: join us for storytime in the bookshop at 11am and babycci...
15/05/2026

What's on at Knole next week:

📖☕ Monday 18th - Toddler Mondays: join us for storytime in the bookshop at 11am and babyccino coffee mornings in Brewhouse café (10am-12pm). Free events, normal admission applies.

📆 Tuesday 19th - Volunteer Coffee Morning, 10.30am: Come along to a free coffee morning to find out more about volunteering at Knole.

📆 Wednesday 20th, Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd, 11.30am - Attic Tours: book onto a tour to discover the attic spaces that lie above the showrooms. £7.50 per person and normal admission applies.

⚒️ Thursday 21st, 11.30am - Archaeology Walk: join a guided walk and discover the stories that archaeology can reveal about the history of the parkland at Knole, plus go inside the recently restored historic icehouse. £7.50 per person and normal admission applies.

🌸 Friday 22nd - Garden Open Day, 11am-4pm (last entry 3.30pm): explore the private garden of the Sackville family, with spring flowers, woodland area, wisteria-covered walls and more. £5 per adult and normal admission applies.

🎨 Wednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd - Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio: see conservation in action as the team of conservators work on objects from around the National Trust.

📆 Gatehouse Tower and historic showrooms open daily.

🎟 For more information, including tickets, times, prices and how to book, visit the Knole website.

©National Trust/JC/Megan Taylor/Ivan Jones/Laurence Perry/Jo Hatcher/Chris Davies


Book early for outdoor cinema at Knole | 28 and 29 AugustTickets are now available for outdoor cinema at Knole! Book by ...
13/05/2026

Book early for outdoor cinema at Knole | 28 and 29 August

Tickets are now available for outdoor cinema at Knole! Book by 1 June for an early bird discount.

This year's films are Lilo and Stitch (2025) and Pride and Prejudice (2005).
Tickets include entry to the Gatehouse Tower, which opens at 6.30pm with the film starting at 7.30pm.

Feel free to bring your own picnic but there will be a concession stand, The Little Green Truck Co., where hot drinks and sweet treats will be available for purchase.

A limited number of early bird tickets are available at a reduced price of £12 per person. From 1 June 2026 onwards, or earlier if the early bird tickets sell out, the ticket price per person is £15.

For more information and booking visit the Knole website or call 0344 249 1895.

©📷Filmbank Media

Powerhouse at Knole | until 31 JulyCome and discover this new exhibition at Knole, featuring Chinwe Russell's '20 Histor...
07/05/2026

Powerhouse at Knole | until 31 July

Come and discover this new exhibition at Knole, featuring Chinwe Russell's '20 Historical Women who Changed the World'.

The paintings are placed throughout the showrooms and in the Orangery. We've also included some pairings with paintings form Knole's own collection, including Elizabeth I in the Great Hall.

Normal admission applies. The showrooms are open daily 11am-4pm (last entry 3.30pm).

📷©Chinwe Russell/National Trust/Eleanor Brooks-Harding


National Trust London and South East Chinwe Russell

Meet the artist - Chinwe Russell | Friday 8 MayMeet artist Chinwe Russell and chat to her about the bold and colourful p...
03/05/2026

Meet the artist - Chinwe Russell | Friday 8 May

Meet artist Chinwe Russell and chat to her about the bold and colourful paintings in the 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World series, which is currently on display at Knole.

Head into the beautiful Orangery at Knole for this free drop-in session, where several of Chinwe's paintings are temporarily on display for the Powerhouse exhibition. Chinwe will be there from 3.30-4.30pm to talk and answer questions about her paintings and the influential women in them.

You can see more of Chinwe's paintings on display in the showrooms, paired with some of Knole's portraits of influential women.

Normal admission to Knole applies. If you would like to visit the showrooms, please pre-book a Showrooms, Outdoor and Tower ticket per person. Car parking is free with admission tickets. Last entry to the showrooms is 3.30pm, closing at 4pm.

National Trust London and South East Chinwe Russell

📷©Chinwe Russell

Enjoy the sights and scents of spring in the private garden at Knole on Tuesday. Explore the woodland area, still with b...
01/05/2026

Enjoy the sights and scents of spring in the private garden at Knole on Tuesday. Explore the woodland area, still with bluebells, and discover the first of the wisteria along the historic wall.

Garden open Tuesday 5 May, 11am-4pm (last entry 3.30pm). Tickets are £5 for adults and normal admission to Knole applies.

📷©National Trust/Toby Hooker/Eleanor Brooks-Harding

Powerhouse featuring Chinwe Russell’s 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World | 1 May to 31 JulyA new exhibiton launch...
29/04/2026

Powerhouse featuring Chinwe Russell’s 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World | 1 May to 31 July

A new exhibiton launches at Knole on Friday: Powerhouse featuring Chinwe Russell’s 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World.

Knole is collaborating with artist Chinwe Russell to celebrate stories of women from around the world. Chinwe’s series of portraits, '20 Historical Women who Changed the World', is a bold, colourful and historically inspired body of work which gives an insight into the lives and legacies of some remarkable women.

Paired with a carefully curated selection of Knole’s own portraiture, this exhibition will create playful links between the women who inspired Chinwe and the women who shaped the powerful estate at Knole. Chinwe is also producing a special commission featuring one of Knole’s most iconic women through her unique lens.

From Friday 1 May to Friday 31 July, the paintings are located in the Orangery (open 10am-5pm) and showrooms (11am-4pm, last entry 3.30pm).
Free event, normal admission to Knole applies. Pre-booking your admission ticket is recommended.

📷©Chinwe Russell


National Trust London and South East Chinwe Russell

The deer at Knole this springAs we're now into spring, the male fallow deer in the park at Knole will be shedding their ...
25/04/2026

The deer at Knole this spring

As we're now into spring, the male fallow deer in the park at Knole will be shedding their antlers ready to grow a new set in time for the rut in autumn. It's also nearly time for the fawns to be born.
Please remember that the deer at Knole are wild animals. You should:
- keep your distance
- not attempt to feed or touch them
- put your rubbish in a bin or take it home with you
- make sure dogs are under control and on leads at all times

Find out more about the deer at Knole on our website.

Illustrations courtesy of FactFull.

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