The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio
Conserving and preserving our history for the future.
The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio
Overview
Conserving and preserving our history for the future.
A contemporary workspace steeped in history; the conservation studio supports collections cared for by properties across the National Trust.
Come and see our team of experts conserving a range of decorative art objects. From frames and furniture to paintings, ceramics and glass, there will always be something going on in the studio. Our work is diverse, ranging from emergency first aid, where we stabilise objects to preserve original materials and prevent further deterioration. To undertaking elements of restoration, where we can bring objects back to their former glory.
Sometimes our conservators work on-site at properties, undertaking condition surveys and assessments of objects or to provide support and training to property staff. This means we are not always in the studio. During your visit you will be able to learn about what we do by exploring the interactive displays in the exhibition area and through talking to our volunteer guides
Our task is not small, the National Trust owns and cares for over 1 million objects. Fortunately, we are not alone, we collaborate with colleagues specialising in textiles at the Conservation Studio at the Blickling estate in North Norfolk. In collaboration with the textile conservators we provide a well-rounded service for the critical demands of our collections. We work alongside a larger network of preventive conservators, curators and collections and house teams.
- Telephone
- 01732467171
- ROFConservationStudio@nationaltrust.org.uk
The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio
How to get here
- Address
- Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0RP (Sat Nav TN13 1HX)
- By cycle
- Bicycles can access Knole Park through the main and pedestrian entrances. No bicycles on the golf course. Paths are mainly rough track or grass and are undulating. Cycle racks can be found adjacent to the outdoor picnic area.
- By bus
- Sevenoaks bus station is the nearest bus stop.
- By train
- Nearest station is Sevenoaks.
- By road
- Some sat nav systems will not direct you correctly to Knole using our postcode. Use postcode TN13 1HX and follow directions below. From north and west: leave M25 at exit 5 (A21) and follow signs for Sevenoaks. Turn right at mini-roundabout. Park entrance is in Sevenoaks town centre, left off A225 High Street (opposite St Nicholas Church). From south: Leave A21 at junction signposted Sevenoaks and follow A225 for Sevenoaks. Park entrance is on right after about 2 miles. From east: Follow A25 through Seal. Turn left at traffic lights. Continue ahead and through High Street. Park entrance is on left 300 yards beyond top of the High Street. Be mindful of the local traffic on the busy High Street as you turn in.
- Parking: Parking is available for visitors with pre-booked tickets. Parking is free for NT members or £5 per car for non-members. Please visit the 'what's on' section of the website to pre-book. Parking spaces are optimised for cars facing forward rather than reversing into the space. Note: If you only wish to visit the park, you may prefer to use a public car park in Sevenoaks and enter through the pedestrian gates. The postcode for the nearest public car park to Knole is TN13 1LW.
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The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio
Prices
Admission free
What is Gift Aid?
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
- Gift Aid Admission
- Standard Admission
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio
Opening times
The Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio
Contact us
- Telephone
- 01732467171
- ROFConservationStudio@nationaltrust.org.uk
- Address
- Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0RP (Sat Nav TN13 1HX)