Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Kinver edge spring walk

Important notice -

The garden at the Rock Houses is open. On weekdays, you don't need to book to visit. At busier times, like weekends and school holidays, booking is recommend to guarantee entry. There is no need to book to visit our countryside spaces and car parks.

High sandstone ridge and hill fort overlooking dramatic red sandstone rock houses

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More about this place

Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring 

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops and countryside locations are open to visit. Houses in England and Wales will reopen from 17 May and houses in Northern Ireland are expected to reopen from 24 May. Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. At quieter times such as weekdays, booking shouldn't be necessary, but to guarantee entry we recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage before you visit and follow government guidance.

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What's on

Please book before visiting 

The garden and orchards around the Rock Houses are now open, and you are able to peer inside the restored rock cottages through open doors and windows. The tearoom is open for takeaway. We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. To avoid disappointment please book in advance. The wider countryside of Kinver Edge, including the woodland and heathland trails and the Hillfort, are all free to visit at any time without booking. Car parks around Kinver Edge are currently open 9am - 4pm, and they are free, with no booking needed. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.

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Upcoming events

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Timed entry to Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses (10 May - 16 May)

Sun 16 May 2021
11:00-15:00
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Timed entry to Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses (17 May - 23 May)

Mon 17 May 2021
11:00-15:00
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Things to see and do

Visitor with a dog on a lead walking along the path

Visiting Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses with your dog 

We love to see dogs and owners enjoying time together at Kinver Edge. There are miles of footpaths and open countryside to explore. The woods and heathland are home to lots of animals and wildlife. Find out how to keep them and your dog safe whilst out walking.

Walks on Kinver Edge

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Heath land trail 

You'll find views of surrounding counties and heath land habitat on this accessible walk

Children enjoy the natural play features in the Kinver Edge woodland

Woodland trail 

Wander through woodland and past natural play areas to rewarding views.

Nanny's Rock in the woodland of Kinver Edge

Rock House trail 

Discover two very different Rock Houses on this trail - one restored and another hidden in the trees - as you walk through woodland and heathland habitats.

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Eating

A visitor's hand holding a National Trust takeaway coffee cup
Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses   Staffordshire

What refreshments are available?

The Rock Houses café is serving takeaway hot and cold drinks, soup, sandwiches and bakes. Outdoor seating is available and we’re only accepting card payment at the moment. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone.

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Wildlife

A green hairstreak butterfly

Wildlife at Kinver Edge 

With rare heathland habitat and miles of surrounding woodland, there's a wealth of special wildlife to discover at Kinver Edge.

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History

Views from the toposcope of Kinver Edge

Kinver Hillfort 

Sited on an ancient tribal boundary with outstanding views, Kinver Hillfort was once an important place

An old photo of the Kinver Edge Martindales rock house porch

Life in a Rock House 

Cave houses or cosy homes in the rock? Discover how people carved a life for themselves deep in the sandstone cliff

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Our work

Ashy Mining Bee

Making homes for bees at Kinver Edge 

We're making homes for bees and tiny plants on Kinver Edge

Bilberry shrubs on a woodland ride at Kinver Edge

Woodland rides and butterflies at Kinver Edge 

We’ve been creating woodland rides, for the benefit of species such as the white admiral butterfly

Heather in bloom

Looking after rare lowland heath 

The landscape of Kinver Edge has been shaped by human management for generations. Learn how we are protecting the rare wildlife and outstanding views that make this place so special.

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Heathland restoration rationale and proposal for Blakeshall Common 

Kinver Edge is home to some very rare wildlife species that inhabit the special heathland. We are hoping to encourage and protect these plants and animals by restoring more heathland, on the Blakeshall Common area. Find out more about these ambitious plans for nature here.

Rangers Edwin Blunt (left) and Ewan Chapman sharing stories at Kinver Edge

Nurturing nature at Kinver Edge 

Taking care of a landscape is a long-term commitment. Two rangers discuss their role in preserving the magic and beauty of Kinver Edge.

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