Historic Hertfordshire home of the Lyttons since 1490, famous for concerts, gardens, dinosaur trail and adventure playground.
Knebworth, Hertfordshire, SG3 6PY
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Picnic area
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Shop
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Access statement available
Set in 250 acres of rolling Hertfordshire countryside, Knebworth House is one of England’s most colourful stately homes.
It is remarkable for having been home to the Lytton family for more than 500 years, and for its romantic exterior complete with turrets, domes and gargoyles, which conceal a red brick house dating from Tudor times.
Every generation of the Lytton family has left something of its style and taste, making Knebworth an extraordinary walk through 500 years of local and British history.
Stories and heirlooms reflect the family’s contribution to literature, politics and Foreign Service, plus visits by characters as diverse as Charles Dickens and Winston Churchill.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Knebworth House, Park & Gardens Opening Times
Summer Season: Daily Opening
16 July – 6 September (daily)
During the summer season, Knebworth House, Gardens and Park are open daily. This period features extended opening hours and a full programme of special activities including Film Tours, Hands-On History, Summer Gardens in Bloom, and Picnic in the Park. The Dinosaur Trail and Adventure Playground are also available throughout this period.
Seasonal Opening Times
15 March
- Knebworth House: Closed
- Gardens & Dinosaur Trail: 12pm – 4pm (last admission 3pm)
- Park & Adventure Playground: Closed
- Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions: Closed
21 March
- Knebworth House (Guided Tours): 11.30am – 5pm (last admission 3.45pm)
- Gardens & Dinosaur Trail: 10.30am – 5pm
- Park & Adventure Playground: 10.30am – 5pm
- Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions: 11.30am – 4.15pm
3 April
- Knebworth House (Self Guided): 11.30am – 5pm (last admission 4pm)
- Gardens & Dinosaur Trail: 10.30am – 5pm
- Park & Adventure Playground: 10.30am – 5pm
- Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions: 11.30am – 4.15pm
2 May
- Knebworth House (Self Guided Tours): 11.30am – 5pm (last admission 4pm)
- Gardens & Dinosaur Trail: 10.30am – 5pm
- Park: 9.30am – 5pm
- Adventure Playground: 10.30am – 5pm
- Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions: 11.30am – 4pm
19 July
- Knebworth House (Self Guided): 11.30am – 5pm (last admission 4pm)
- Gardens & Dinosaur Trail: 10am – 5pm
- Park: 10am – 5pm
- Adventure Playground: 10.30am – 5pm
- Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions: 11.30am – 4pm
30 August
- Knebworth House (Self Guided Tours): 11.30am – 5pm (last admission 4pm)
- Gardens & Dinosaur Trail: 10.30am – 5pm
- Park: 10am – 5pm
- Adventure Playground: 10.30am – 5pm
- Watchman's Tower & Exhibitions: 11.30am – 4pm
Summer Season Activities
From 16 July to 6 September, the following special experiences are available:
- Film Tours
- Hands-On History
- Summer Gardens in Bloom
- Picnic in the Park (daily)
- Dinosaur Trail (daily)
- Adventure Playground (daily)
- Watchman's Tower Climb
Historic Houses members visit for free.
On non-event days – Historic Houses members have unlimited free access to House, gardens, park & playground.
On event days, members must pay the normal park admission rate, then entry to the House is free, visitor will be required to show both the park ticket and membership card to staff in the house fore free entry.
Information for non-Historic Houses members can be found on Knebworth’s website.
Groups can pre-book for both open and non-open days and receive discounted rates.
Contact the group team on 01438 810931 or [email protected].
If you are visiting as a school, you will receive a warm welcome at Knebworth House. We cater for students of all ages and backgrounds. Our award winning programmes are designed to educate, inspire and entertain. The unique historic setting, exciting learning activities and stimulating outdoor spaces will provide a day out that your pupils simply won’t forget!
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Access statement available
Getting here
Knebworth, Hertfordshire, SG3 6PY
Knebworth House & Park are accessed direct from the Junction 7 roundabout of the A1(M) motorway at Stevenage South, 29 miles north of London.
The nearest rail station is Stevenage, two miles from Knebworth Park. There is a taxi rank at the station.
Henry Lytton Cobbold
Our remarkable family stories are put in a unique context at Knebworth. Including those of Robert, 1st Earl of Lytton who was Viceroy of India, and his daughter Lady Constance who fought for the Suffragette movement. We hope you enjoy your visit.
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