Getting toNT Knolecar-free

1 At a glance

train to Sevenoaks
one mile walk (or taxi)
free shuttle bus on Sundays in school holidays

2 Step-by-step

There are frequent trains to Sevenoaks from London Charing Cross, taking just 35 minutes. Thameslink trains also run from central London and there are direct trains from Tunbridge Wells, Hastings, Ashford, Canterbury and Kent coast.

Train times and prices

From the station it's a one-mile walk to Knole Park and a further 1/2 mile to Knole - see map. There is also a free shuttle bus on school holiday Sundays (see below), or you can take a taxi.

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There’s a free Sunday Shuttle Bus from Sevenoaks train station in school holidays on the following dates:
every Sunday from 28 July to 1 September
Sunday 20 & 27 October
Sunday 22 & 29 December
more information on Shuttle Bus

On other days you can use the hourly public buses (8 or 435) from Sevenoaks station to Sevenoaks School – from where you can walk up Knole Lane to Knole (see map above).

Buses from surrounding towns and villages arrive at the bus station, just a few minutes walk from Knole Park (follow the signs). Use the journey planner below or traveline

Bus times from:
Sevenoaks rail station (opposite)

8 timetable 435 timetable

About NT Knole

Sitting proudly within Kent’s last medieval deer park, Knole offers something for everyone. Immerse yourself in the vast estate. Explore the grand courtyards and tranquil Orangery or wander the winding paths in the parkland, still populated by wild deer.

Inside the showrooms, art lovers will find Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck to admire. Textiles enthusiasts can marvel at the 17th century tapestries and furniture.

County: Kent
Address: Knole House, Sevenoaks TN15 0RP
Refreshments: Brewhouse Cafe
Car-free offer: 20% off in Knole’s gift shop and bookshop when you show your bus or train ticket at the till

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About NT Knole

Inside the showrooms, art lovers will find Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck to admire. Textiles enthusiasts can marvel at the 17th century tapestries and furniture.

County: Kent
Nearest town: Sevenoaks
Refreshments: Brewhouse Cafe
Car-free offer: 20% off in Knole’s gift shop and bookshop when you show your bus or train ticket at the till

Visit website

Bike routes

Cyclists are welcome at Knole. It’s an easy cycle from Sevenoaks station – here’s the route. You can cycle throughout Knole Park (except the golf course) and there are cycle racks by the picnic area.

Taxi numbers

There is a taxi rank at Sevenoaks station, or you can book: Vine 01732 462400, Oaks 01732 741122, Sevenoakes 01732 454544. The fare to Knole is around £6.

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