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Victorian Illusion, Movement and Mystery

Discover how the Victorians created mystery and illusion through movement and ticks of the light.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This exhibition, in conjunction with the Bill Douglas Museum, explores the Victorian fascination with movement and illusions. From zoetropes to magic lanterns, make your way through the house and uncover the mysteries through original objects and replicas.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome.

Accessibility

The ground floor of the house is step-free.

Upcoming events

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Hydrangea Highlights 

Enjoy the Hydrangeas on your visit to Knightshayes

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on
2 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 60 other dates or times
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Bringing the outside in: exploring Knightshayes' garden book collection 

For the first time on display, discover some of the books that gave inspiration to Sir John and Joyce, Lady Heathcoat Amory in this exhibition of garden books from the Knightshayes collection.

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on
2 Jul to 1 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 61 other dates or times
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Conservation in action: Caring for the book collection 

Find out how the House Team care for the book collection at Knightshayes

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on
10 Jul to 17 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 14:30
+ 13 other dates or times
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Festival of Archaeology at Knightshayes 

Find out about some of the archaeological features dotted around Knightshayes. Some you may have seen, others you might not have noticed...

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on
19 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 15 other dates or times