What's on at Knole
Children's Book Festival 2019: Nadia Shireen
Join Nadia Shireen for a noisy story time session featuring live drawing! Nadia will take you on adventure as she reads her very latest title, 'Billy and the Dragon'.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
09:30-10:15
Children's Book Festival 2019: Frann Preston-Gannon
Join illustrator Frann Preston-Gannon as she shares poems and illustrations from 'I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree', the award- winning book of nature poems for every day of the year.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
09:30-10:15
Children's Book Festival 2019: Chris Riddell's 'Once Upon a Wild Wood' - SOLD OUT
Join Little Green Cape on a journey through the wild woods, imagining and creating the fairy tale characters she meets along the way.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
11:00-11:45
Children's Book Festival 2019: 'Midnight at Moonstone' with Lara Flecker & Trisha Kraus
Join author Lara Flecker and illustrator Trisha Krauss for an interactive workshop themed around 'Midnight at Moonstone'. Hear Lara and Trisha talking about the book, the inspiration for the costumes and Lara's work as costume curator at the V&A.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
11:00-12:00
Children's Book Festival 2019: Emily Gravett and Friends
Christmas has come early with this event from the twice CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal winner, Emily Gravett. Discover how Emily became an illustrator and the inspiration behind her award-winning books.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
13:00-13:45
Children's Book Festival 2019: Aardman Gromit workshop - SOLD OUT
Aardman Animations are giving you the chance to learn how to make your very own Gromit character.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
13:00-14:00
Children's Book Festival 2019: Aardman Gromit workshop - SOLD OUT
Aardman Animations are giving you the chance to learn how to make your very own Gromit character.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
13:00-14:00
Children's Book Festival 2019: 'The Edge Chronicles' with Chris Riddell & Paul Stewart
'The Edge Chronicles' has become one of the most-loved fantasy series for children, with over 3 million copies sold worldwide.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
14:30-15:30
Children's Book Festival 2019: Aardman Shaun the Sheep workshop - SOLD OUT
Aardman Animations are giving you the chance to learn how to make your very own Shaun the Sheep character.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
14:30-15:30
Children's Book Festival 2019: Aardman Lu-La workshop - SOLD OUT
Aardman Animations are giving you the chance to learn how to make your very own Lu-La character from the new Shaun the Sheep movie, 'Farmageddon'.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
16:00-17:00
Children's Book Festival 2019: Jacqueline Wilson - SOLD OUT
Join us for an afternoon with the much loved author, Jacqueline Wilson and discover how she started her writing career, how she created some of her best-loved characters as well as hearing about her brand new book, 'We Are the Beaker Girls'.
Sun 17 Nov 2019
16:15-17:15
The Tiger Who Came to Tea trail
Inspired by our The Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition, read the story as you follow the wooden deer around the park. Answer the questions on the way, and at the end of the trail return to the Visitor Centre to collect your very special...
Mon 18 Nov 2019
+ 46 other dates
10:00-15:00
Storytime in Knole's bookshop
Join the storytime fun in Knole's bookshop where your little ones can enjoy short stories and nursery rhymes.
Mon 18 Nov 2019
+ 4 other dates
11:00-11:30
The Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition
Judith Kerr's much loved 1968 classic will be brought to life at Knole this autumn, complete with a life size tiger to cuddle and displays of illustrations to delight all tiger-loving generations.
Mon 18 Nov 2019
+ 46 other dates
11:00-16:00
Volunteering coffee mornings
If you are interested in volunteering at Knole, come along to a free coffee morning to find out more and meet our friendly team. You'll be able to discover what opportunities are available and talk to some of our volunteers.
Tue 19 Nov 2019
10:30-12:30
The Tiger Who Came to Tea storytelling
Settle down for a story as part of the Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition.
Wed 20 Nov 2019
+ 11 other dates
10:30-11:00
+ other times
Attic tours
On this tour of Knole's often-forgotten attic spaces, our knowledgeable guides will reveal the stories behind centuries of graffiti, lost 17th century letters, witchmarks and a curiously sloped floor.
Wed 20 Nov 2019
+ 9 other dates
11:30-12:15
Christmas calligraphy with Judy Broad - SOLD OUT
Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, join expert calligrapher Judy Broad to brush up your skills in time for Christmas.
Sat 23 Nov 2019
10:30-13:00
+ other times
Cancelled: Luxury Christmas gift wrapping with The Farmhouse Creative
*Unfortunately for personal reasons the Farmhouse Creative have had to cancel this workshop* Come and learn the art of luxury gift wrapping in preparation for Christmas.
Fri 29 Nov 2019
10:30-13:00
Christmas card printing with Aimi Rifat
Join Sussex based textile artist Aimi Rifat for a creative printing workshop using seasonal foliage and stencils.
Fri 29 Nov 2019
11:00-13:00
+ other times
Cancelled: Tags, tassels and trimmings with The Farmhouse Creative
*Unfortunately for personal reasons the Farmhouse Creative have had to cancel this workshop* Come and learn how to embellish your beautifully wrapped gifts ready for Christmas.
Fri 29 Nov 2019
14:00-16:30
Deer keeping: Winter feed
Join Park and Deer Keeper, Dom Andrews, on a winter morning feeding session for Knole's deer herd.
Sat 30 Nov 2019
+ 3 other dates
09:30-10:30
Christmas wreath papercut with Miss Papercut
Produce a papercut of a beautiful winter woodland wreath design, and personalise it with your name or a Christmas message.
Sat 30 Nov 2019
10:30-15:30
Christmas carol singing in the Great Hall
Join community choirs for carols in front of the twinkling Christmas tree in the Great Hall.
Sat 30 Nov 2019
+ 3 other dates
13:30-14:00
+ other times
Conservation Studio: Compo workshop
Join our Senior Conservator (Frames & Furniture), Gerry Alabone, at Knole for a one-day practical workshop introducing the history and use of composition (compo) ornament.
Mon 02 Dec 2019
10:00-16:00
Christmas wreath making with Sian Johnson
Learn how to make a beautiful wreath from winter greenery, with demonstrations and one-to-one tuition from award winning florist Sian Johnson.
Wed 04 Dec 2019
+ 1 other date
10:30-13:00
+ other times
Christmas garland making with Sian Johnson
Embrace the tradition of bringing foliage into your home this Christmas, and use winter greenery to make an impressive festive garland with guidance from award winning florist Sian Johnson.
Thu 05 Dec 2019
14:00-16:30
Stags and stars Christmas decoration workshop
Use wooden stags and stars to create your own unique Christmas garland or set of decorations to take home.
Sat 07 Dec 2019
10:30-12:00
+ other times
Attic tour: Winter
On this tour of Knole's often-forgotten attic spaces, our knowledgeable guides will reveal the stories behind centuries of graffiti, lost 17th century letters, witchmarks and a curiously sloped floor.
Sat 14 Dec 2019
+ 16 other dates
11:30-12:15
Boxing Day guided walk
Walk off your Christmas dinner with a guided walk of Knole Park on Boxing Day.
Thu 26 Dec 2019
14:00-15:00
New Year's Day guided walk
Get the new year off to a healthy start with a guided walk in Knole Park.
Wed 01 Jan 2020
14:00-15:00
Modern calligraphy for beginners with Judy Broad
Have you ever fancied learning the beautiful art of modern calligraphy? Let expert Judy Broad show you how to get started.
Wed 12 Feb 2020
10:30-13:00
Screen print a scarf with Rachel Moore
Design and print your own unique scarf, with expert guidance from local print maker Rachel Moore.
Thu 13 Feb 2020
10:30-16:30
Further adventures in goldwork with Hanny Newton
Goldwork embroidery is a beautiful art form with a rich history. Spend a day with Royal School of Needlework trained Hanny Newton to experiment with contemporary techniques inspired by this traditional art form.
Sat 15 Feb 2020
10:30-16:30