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With one of the finest gardens in the South West, Knightshayes is a masterpiece of architectural planting, home to one of the most outstanding botanical collections in the country. Amongst champion trees and rare plants, including some first introductions to this country, there are hidden glades and pathways leading to discover far-reaching views of the Exe valley. John and Joyce, the last members of the family to live at Knightshayes, were dedicated amateur gardeners, who were responsible for the creation of the unique Garden in the Wood, and were awarded RHS Victoria Medals for their contributions to horticulture.

The Gothic Revival house is a rare example of the genius of William Burges, whose opulent designs have inspired extremes of opinion, even amongst the family who commissioned them. Started in 1869, the house was home to three generations of the Heathcoat Amory family, and underwent many changes over the next century as the family adapted it to suit their tastes, before being handed to the National Trust in 1972.

Alongside this, the restored walled garden merges full productivity with aesthetic appeal and is an excellent example of a restored Victorian kitchen garden. Providing the Stables café with fresh fruit and vegetables on a daily basis, it’s considered to be an exemplar of its kind within the National Trust. The old Stable block is also home to Visitor Reception, and a large plant centre and shop.

Beyond the house and gardens, 300 acres of parkland and woodland await. Home to Exmoor horn sheep and wild red deer, it’s the perfect place to discover wildlife, explore and run off some energy. Dogs are welcome on leads throughout the parkland, and off lead in the woodland and any enclosed field without livestock.

Have you visited other National Trust properties in Devon?

Arlington Court near Barnstaple, Buckland Abbey - Yelverton, Castle Drogo near Drewsteignton, Greenway House - Dartmouth, Killerton House near Exeter, Saltram - Plymouth.

 

 

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Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users - Wheelchair access shuttle service running between the car park and main house most days
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Wheelchair access shuttle service running between the car park and main house most days
  • Facilities for Disabled Visitors - step free path throughout the garden

Attraction Facilities

  • Shop - plant centre and second-hand bookshop

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant
  • Picnic Site

Establishment Features

  • Dog Friendly
  • Toilets

Key Features

  • Smoking Some Areas

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
  • Cash accepted
  • Contactless payment accepted
  • Special group rates

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  • Educational Visits Accepted

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Road Directions

Road: 7 miles from M5 exit 27 (A361, North Devon link road); turn off Tiverton to Bampton road (A396) at Bolham. Sat Nav: do not use, follow brown signs on nearing Tiverton/Bolham. Parking: on site.

Public Transport Directions

Getting here: 181:SS960151. 1½ miles north of Tiverton. Foot: footpath into estate from Bolham, or via road from Tiverton. Cycle: NCN3. Bus: Tiverton to Minehead, alight Bolham, ¾ mile. Exeter to Tiverton (passing close Exeter Central train station) alight Tiverton, 1¾ miles. Train: Tiverton Parkway, 8 miles.

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PARKING

Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
With a ramp
Transport provided to take visitors from the car park to the attraction

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ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:
Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:
Restaurant

GENERAL

Audible alarm system
Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility
Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility
Wheelchairs provided

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Knightshayes, Bolham, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7RQ

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