Knowlton Court

Heritage Site in Kent Dover

England

Knowlton Court

Chillenden Windmill: aerial 2022
Chillenden Windmill: aerial 2022 Credit: Simon Tomson

Knowlton Court is a historic estate located in the picturesque countryside of Kent, England. With a history dating back over 600 years, this heritage site is renowned for its stunning architecture, extensive grounds, and rich historical significance.

The main feature of Knowlton Court is the Grade I listed manor house, which was built in the 15th century and has been beautifully preserved over the centuries. The house showcases a mix of architectural styles, including Tudor, Georgian, and Victorian, reflecting the different periods of its construction and renovation.

Surrounding the manor house are 190 acres of immaculately maintained gardens and parkland. The estate is known for its stunning topiary, manicured lawns, and beautiful flower beds. Visitors can stroll along the tree-lined pathways, relax in tranquil garden areas, and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Knowlton Court also holds historical significance as the birthplace of Sir Thomas Wyatt, the renowned poet and diplomat of the Tudor period. The estate has connections to several prominent figures throughout history, adding to its cultural and historical value.

In addition to its architectural and historical importance, Knowlton Court offers a range of amenities and facilities for visitors. These include luxury accommodation, event spaces for weddings and other special occasions, and opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and horse riding.

Overall, Knowlton Court is a remarkable heritage site that combines breathtaking natural beauty, impressive architecture, and a rich historical legacy, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Knowlton Court Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.235/1.273 or Grid Reference TR2853. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chillenden Windmill: aerial 2022
Chillenden Windmill: aerial 2022
Chillenden Mill A post mill windmill built in 1858 at Chillenden.  The mill is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1111765?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1111765?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Chillenden Mill
A post mill windmill built in 1858 at Chillenden. The mill is Grade II* listed, see: LinkExternal link
Venson Farm A delightful example of a thatcher's art, depicting a cat ascending the roof to reach two hares on the ridge.
Venson Farm
A delightful example of a thatcher's art, depicting a cat ascending the roof to reach two hares on the ridge.
Road junction near Rowling
Road junction near Rowling
Free-range pigs A bridleway runs in a northeasterly direction to their right, to pass to the right of the pig-arks in the distance.
Free-range pigs
A bridleway runs in a northeasterly direction to their right, to pass to the right of the pig-arks in the distance.
Possibly abandoned access Compared with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4373162">TR2853 : Creation of an access</a>, it appears that the work got no further, after a hole was made through the bushes.
Possibly abandoned access
Compared with TR2853 : Creation of an access, it appears that the work got no further, after a hole was made through the bushes.
Mossy barn roof, Heronden Farm Ferns are also growing on the roof, at the far end.
Mossy barn roof, Heronden Farm
Ferns are also growing on the roof, at the far end.
Ivy-covered building, Heronden Road Nick Smith’s <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/304028">TR2954 : Derelict house in Heronden</a> shows the building as it was almost nine years ago, when one could see a lot more of its structure.
Ivy-covered building, Heronden Road
Nick Smith’s TR2954 : Derelict house in Heronden shows the building as it was almost nine years ago, when one could see a lot more of its structure.
Looking along Cherrygarden Lane towards Gooseberryhall Farm Gooseberryhall Farm belongs to the Bruderhof Community who are based at nearby Beech Grove at Nonington - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bruderhof.com/en/where-we-are/united-kingdom/beech-grove" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bruderhof.com/en/where-we-are/united-kingdom/beech-grove">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Looking along Cherrygarden Lane towards Gooseberryhall Farm
Gooseberryhall Farm belongs to the Bruderhof Community who are based at nearby Beech Grove at Nonington - see LinkExternal link
The Norman doorway at All Saints, Chillenden The church of All Saints is no bigger than it was in Norman times. It has Norman north and south doorways - this is the north doorway.
The Norman doorway at All Saints, Chillenden
The church of All Saints is no bigger than it was in Norman times. It has Norman north and south doorways - this is the north doorway.
Looking northwest from Thornton Lane The hedge, on the other side of the meadow, follows the route of the former East Kent Light Railway. To the right of the hedge at the top of the next field, the pale patch marks the redevelopment of Hammill brickworks in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TR2955">TR2955</a> and beyond that the tower and spire of Wingham church is visible in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TR2457">TR2457</a>. Just over six years ago, I took a view from this location <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1514584">TR2954 : Looking southwest from Thornton Lane</a>.
Looking northwest from Thornton Lane
The hedge, on the other side of the meadow, follows the route of the former East Kent Light Railway. To the right of the hedge at the top of the next field, the pale patch marks the redevelopment of Hammill brickworks in TR2955 and beyond that the tower and spire of Wingham church is visible in TR2457. Just over six years ago, I took a view from this location TR2954 : Looking southwest from Thornton Lane.
Chillenden Windmill For more information see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4458381" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4458381">Link</a>
Chillenden Windmill
For more information see Link
Track to Chillenden Windmill
Track to Chillenden Windmill
Cuckolds Corner, Chillenden
Cuckolds Corner, Chillenden
Houses in Chillenden
Houses in Chillenden
House in Chillenden
House in Chillenden
Field by Chillenden windmill
Field by Chillenden windmill
The road by Chillenden Windmill
The road by Chillenden Windmill
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Knowlton Court is located at Grid Ref: TR2853 (Lat: 51.235, Lng: 1.273)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Dover

Police Authority: Kent

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Knowlton
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