2 0 Kne bworth 1 HOUSE, GARDENS, PARK, DINOSAUR 3 TRAIL & ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND Group Organisers’ Brochure & Booking Form 20 13 For groups of 20 people minimum Admission Charges • Opening Dates & Times Tour Options • Attractions • Directions 16 March - 29 September 20 13 www.knebworthhouse.com DEAR GROUP ORGANISER We are delighted that you are considering a group visit to Knebworth House, Gardens and Park. This brochure outlines all the essential information you will need to make your visit a day to remember. We look forward to welcoming you to Knebworth. The Hon. Henry and Martha Lytton Cobbold Martha Lytton Cobbold, Managing Director HOUSE TOURS – All pre-booked group tours are guided, except on busy weekends, when “free-flow” tours operate with House Wardens in key areas. Parties will be split into groups of 25 maximum. Guided tours take approximately 1 hour. Timing may be varied if required. Tour 1: Knebworth House and the Lytton Family – the story of the house and the family for whom it has been home for over 500 years. An audio tour of Knebworth House and the Lytton Family is available for visitors who have difficulty managing the stairs. Tour 2: The Lytton Ladies – focusing on some of the remarkable ladies of the house, whose characters have left their mark on both Knebworth and English history. New for 2013 – An illustrated talk: Textiles in the Collection at Knebworth – we look at the history of the house and the family members who collected, used or wore textiles from the collection; before moving on to look at how the collection is cared for and conserved in the everyday life of a “working” country house. There is an additional charge of £3 per person for groups of 20 plus. The illustrated 45 minute talk will take place In the Barns and may be booked in addition to a tour of the House. BRITISH RAJ EXHIBITION – highlights the Lytton family’s connection with India. It was put together to mark the centenary of the great Delhi Durbar of 1877 when Queen Victoria was proclaimed Empress of India by her Viceroy, Robert 1st Earl of Lytton. The exhibition may be viewed at the start or end of your guided tour. “The pen is mightier than the sword” Edward Bulwer Lytton GARDENS – Guided tours of the formal gardens are offered at an additional charge of £2.00 per person for groups of 20 plus. These tours take approximately 1 hour. A schematic drawing of the gardens and information on the 16 areas or ‘rooms’ is outlined in the ‘Gardens of Knebworth’ map. DINOSAUR TRAIL – Take a walk on the wild side and visit our 72 life-size model dinosaurs. They are set grazing (or hunting!) amongst the redwoods and rhododendrons of the 7-acre Wilderness Garden. KNEBWORTH PARK – ‘Fort Knebworth’ Adventure Playground – This popular outdoor facility, with its slides, astroglide and bouncy castle continues to give hours of pleasure for children from 4 to 15. Under cover picnic tables, toilets and a refreshment kiosk are close by. SPECIAL EVENTS – Each year Knebworth holds a varied programme of special events such as Craft, Garden and Motor shows, theatrical performances and concerts. KNEBWORTH GIFTS AND PUBLICATIONS – The Gift Shop stocks a full range of Knebworth souvenirs, books, (including the Knebworth Publications focusing on the Lytton family members), gifts and plants. REFRESHMENTS AND CATERING – The Garden Terrace Tea Room offers a selection of home made cakes, sandwiches, baguettes, hot snacks and freshly prepared salads for visitors to purchase on open days. The Barns may be available for groups of 20 or more who would like to pre-book meals and menus are available on request. You will be asked to confirm numbers and pay for all pre-booked group catering 14 days prior to your visit. Special dietary requirements can be catered for if ordered in advance. DISABLED FACILITIES – Wheelchair accessible toilets are located at the entrance to the Gardens, in the House, Garden Terrace Room and at the Adventure Playground. A wheelchair is available for use in the Gardens. Registered assistance dogs are permitted throughout the house, gardens and park. Essential carers are admitted free of charge by prior arrangement and on production of supporting documentation. USE OF SOME FACILITIES OUTSIDE VISITOR OPEN DAYS/TIMES – The Garden Terrace Tea Room, the gift shop, and the playground refreshment kiosk should be booked in advance. Please check availability with the Estate Office. EDUCATION AT KNEBWORTH – Further details of all programmes may be found in our Educational Visits Brochure or by contacting our Education Officer, Natalie Wallace; [email protected] Date of visit: 3 Time of arrival: Time of departure: 1 Name of Group: 0 Group Organiser’s Name: Address: 2 Post code: Tel: (day) (evg) M e-mail: Mobile No. for visit: R Total number in Group (approx) Comprising: Adults: Seniors: O Children: under 2: 2-3: 4 and over: F Special Needs / Requirements: Yes / No Visit to include (please tick) : Guided House Tours Preferred times of tours G Knebworth House & the Lytton Family _________ Lytton Ladies _________ N Illustrated talk I British Raj Exhibition Guided Gardens Tour K Free time in the Gardens Dinosaur Trail Gift Shop Adventure Playground O Special Event in the Park Playground Kiosk The Garden Terrace Tea Room O Refreshments required Yes No B Pre-booked Free flow Morning Drinks Lunch Afternoon Drinks P Form of transport: Number of vehicles to be used: U How did you hear about us? O Signed: R Position: Date: Please return this form to: The Estate Office, Knebworth House, Knebworth Hertfordshire SG3 6PY G BOOKING A VISIT Pre-booking is required for all group visits. To secure your preferred date please call or email us to check availability. Bookings can be made by post, fax, telephone or e-mail. For bookings made several months in advance a deposit may be levied. We offer one free place on the visit day for the group organiser (not including refreshments), To ensure everything runs smoothly on the day a free familiarisation visit (maximum of 2 people) is available for confirmed group bookings. These take place Monday-Friday 9.30-3.30. Final numbers and full payment are required 10 days prior to your visit. Normal admission fees will be charged for any additional visitors on the day. Knebworth House is not able to offer refunds. Payment can be made by cheque, cash or credit card. All credit card payments will incur a 3 per cent handling fee. During our visitor open days/times coach drivers will receive free admission and a refreshment voucher on arrival. There is ample free on-site parking for coaches. FOR HOUSE, GARDENS, DINOSAURS, PLAYGROUND AND SOME SPECIAL EVENTS, (please check dates when booking) . Group admission charges during published visitor open days/times. Excluding House Including House Adults £8.00 £11.00 Seniors £8.00 £10.50 Children/Students (4-16) £8.00 £10.50 Under 4s Free Free Charges for group bookings outside visitor open days/times. Minimum numbers: 20 between 10.00am – 5.00pm and 50 between 6.00pm – 9.00pm. Excluding House Including House Adults £9.00 £12.00 Seniors £9.00 £11.50 Children/Students (2-16) £9.00 £11.50 Under 2s Free Free www.knebworthhouse.com 2 0 Kne bworth 1 HOUSE, GARDENS, PARK, DINOSAUR 3 TRAIL & ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND VISITOR OPENING TIMES 20 13 Daily: 23 March - 7 April, 25 May – 2 June, 29 June - 1 September inclusive. Weekends & Bank Holidays: 16 March - 17 March, 13 April - 19 May, 8 - 23 June, 7 - 29 Sept inclusive. Park, Gardens, Dinosaurs, The Garden Terrace Tea Room, Playground & Special Events: 11.00am - 5.00pm House: 12 noon - 5.00pm, last tour 4.00pm (Pre-booked group tours can be accommodated from 10.00am) LOCATION Knebworth Park, near Stevenage, Hertfordshire, is 30 miles north of central London and 15 miles north of the M25 (J23). D irect access from junction 7 of A1(M) Stevenage Milton Keynes South (A602). Main entrance postcode: SG1 2AX. Frequent non-stop trains from Kings Cross to Stevenage - 30 mins. CONTACTS The Estate Office, Knebworth House, Knebworth, Hertfordshire SG3 6PY Tel: 01438 812661 Fax: 01438 811908 e-mail: [email protected] Group Bookings Co-ordinator Direct line: 01438 810931 e-mail: [email protected] Visit our website for more information and bookings at HISTORIC HOUSES www.knebworthhouse.com ASSOCIATION The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. The management reserves the right to make any changes to facilities offered, and to close the grounds and House, or any part thereof, without notice..