Holkham Estate Temple

Nestled in a clearing in the woods within Holkham Park, not far from the imposing obelisk, is the Temple. Built as a folly and focal point in the landscape, it was completed in 1734 and, true to Thomas Coke’s love of Roman architecture, it is built in palladian style. The Doric design was ‘deduced from sketches of Mr Kent’, ie William Kent’s original drawings were somewhat altered to give us the Temple as we still see it today.
Join us for a sneak peek inside between 11am - 3pm. Learn about the architecture, functions and various uses of this rarely viewed building within Holkham Park.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 14 September:

11am - 3pm

Location & directions

Holkham Estate Office, Holkham Estate, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB

Directions:

When arriving within Holkham Park, please head to Visitor Reception. They will give you directions to the Temple. Please be mindful that the walk to the Temple is approximately 20minutes.

Contact on day:

Visitor Reception

Telephone number:

+441328713112

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Due to the age and grade listing of the building, there is no wheelchair access to the building. There are 5 steps up to the entrance of the Temple. Once inside the building is just one level but the rooms are small. There is a WC available, but all main facilities are at our Visitor Reception area. Accessible parking is available at the Temple if required.

Additional information

Please be aware that the Temple is located a 20 minute walk from our main Visitor Reception. Car parking charges (£6 per car) do apply. All other attractions will be open between 10am - 5pm - charges apply.

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