Knebworth House and Country Park Houses
One of England's most beloved stately homes, Knebworth House is famous worldwide for its rock concerts and as the home of Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer Lytton - author of the words "The pen is mightier than the sword" - this beautiful gothic mansion is situated 29 miles north of London off the A1(M) at Stevenage.
Knebworth is now known the world over for our huge open-air rock concerts - but not everyone is aware of its history and romance. Knebworth House is unique - originally a red-brick Tudor manor house, it was transformed in 1843 into the gothic fantasy we see today, with turrets, griffins and gargoyles. I certainly have never seen another house like it. Come inside and you will find it retains the warmth and atmosphere of its mediaeval origin.
The romantic exterior of Knebworth with its turrets, domes and gargoyles silhouetted against the sky does little to prepare the visitor for what to expect inside. The house has stood for many years longer than the nineteenth-century decoration would suggest. The stucco hides from view a red brick house dating back to Tudor times.
Knebworth House and Country Park are open weekends and school holidays until the end of September.
Attraction Details
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Address, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, SG3 6PY
Opening times11am - 5.30pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeHouses
Hotels near Knebworth House and Country Park
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Novotel Stevenage
By historic Knebworth House, Novotel Stevenage offers free parking and spacious rooms. The town centre is just 5 minutes away. On junction 7 of the A1(M), Novotel Stevenage has modern rooms with king-size beds.
Roebuck Inn
With a charming 15th-century pub and modern rooms with private bathrooms, The Roebuck Inn is less than 5 minutes drive from the A1(M) motorway. All of the bright and airy rooms benefit from free Wi-Fi access and TVs..
Holiday Inn Stevenage
Close to the city centre and only a 10-minute walk from the railway station, Holiday Inn Stevenage has a mini-gym and boasts a modern and stylish Destinations Bar and Restaurant. The hotel is easily accessible from junction 7 of the A1 (M)..
ibis Stevenage Centre
Ibis Stevenage Centre provides air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and digital TVs. It has a restaurant, 24-hour reception, and is 5 minutes walk from Stevenage Train Station..
The Gate Hotel
Ideally located in the Old Town of Stevenage, the hotel is a haven of luxury and comfort for both business and private guests; catering for wedding receptions, banquets and conferences..
Oaklands Manor
Oaklands Manor is a family run B&B, surrounded by woodlands which can be used for cycling and walks. A hot tub and sauna are on offer, as well as free private parking..
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