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British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreted Attic Tour

Join our expert guide and a BSL signed interpreter on a tour of some of the hidden attic spaces at Knole.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Hidden above the showrooms lie Knole's attics. Join a behind the scenes tour to explore these spaces and see a different side to Knole, with simultaneous BSL interpretation from Heritage Interpreters.

This behind the scenes tour will take in the decorated ceilings, graffiti, witchmarks - also known as ritual protection marks - and artefacts found in the Retainer's Gallery, South Barracks and Upper King's Room.

This tour will last approximately 45 minutes and is reserved for Deaf people, but can still be enjoyed by accompanying visitors.

Normal admission to Knole applies. As well as a ticket for this tour, please pre-book an Outdoor and Tower ticket per person. This is free for National Trust members. Car parking is free with all admission tickets.

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Prices

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All £7.50
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Content is aimed at an adult audience, children welcome at parents discretion.

Meeting point

Please go to the Visitor Centre by 1.20pm to exchange your ticket for a tour pass. The visitor welcome team will direct you to the meeting point for your tour.

Accessibility

Please expect steep staircases and uneven floors in places. The attics are not accessible for wheelchairs or pushchairs. If you require a carer, please call us on 01732 462100 to arrange this. In the event of an emergency there is no lift evacuation. The primary and secondary escape routes are down two flights of stairs, which consist of 50 steps in total.

Other

Tours will start promptly at 1.30pm. Due to the attics location it will not be possible to join tours after 1.30pm. Please ensure you arrive in plenty of time to park and collect your tour pass from the Visitor Centre. We recommend arriving at Knole no later than 1pm. It is not possible to issue refunds for tours if you are unable to attend or arrive after the tour has started. Numbers are strictly limited on these exclusive tours. Please ensure you book a ticket for every member of your party. It will not be possible to purchase additional tour tickets on the day of your visit. Please note that attics tours do not include entry to the showrooms or car parking.

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3 Sep to 20 Dec 2025
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11:30 to 12:15
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5 Sep to 29 Nov 2025
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