Description
Knightshayes with acres of glorious garden and park, surrounding a spectacular Gothic Revival house, Knightshayes is the complete country gentleman's dream. The house is a rare example of the work of William Burges, whose lavish designs have always inspired extremes of opinion. Full of quirks and curiosities, it is a house of many faces.
The formal and woodland garden is one of the finest and most varied plant collections in the country. With over 1200 plant species unique to Knightshayes and an ever changing display, it’s always worth a visit, as is the walled kitchen garden, brimming with seasonal produce for the Stables Café.
Price starts from £18.70 for Adults(18 years and over), £9.40 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £46.80 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). 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.
The history of Knightshayes: Knightshayes has a rich and varied history, beginning in 1868 when Sir John Heathcoat-Amory commissioned the architect William Burges to create Knightshayes Court. It was the only complete country house Burges ever designed. With its Victorian Gothic style, carved gargoyles and fantastical beasts, the house remains impressive. During the Second World War, Knightshayes became a USAAF rest home for the American Air Force, and has seen many changes since.
For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/knightshayes/history-of-knightshayes
20.93 miles
