Sacred Earth Sacred Stone Exploring Knowlton’s Ancient Henge and Church

Knowlton presents an extraordinary landscape where deep prehistory meets the Middle Ages: a 12th-century Norman church standing directly at the heart of a prehistoric Neolithic ritual henge earthwork. This rare, striking combination beautifully symbolises the historic transition from pagan ritual to Christian worship. Join our expert for a fre guided tour of this fascinating site
Dates: Saturday 19th September & Sunday 20th September 2026
Tour Times: 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM (Approx. 60 minutes)
Tour Leader: Guided by our expert local tour guide
Important Visitor Information:
Booking: Essential due to very limited parking on-site.
Dogs: Friendly dogs on leads are very welcome!
Footwear: Please wear suitable outdoor footwear as the terrain includes grassy earthworks and uneven ground.
Suitable for ages 15 and above

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

11:00 & 13:00

Sunday 20 September:

11:00 & 13:00

Location & directions

Knowlton Church and Henge, Knowlton, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5AE

Contact on day:

English Heritage

Telephone number:

+447880480811

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Booking: Essential due to very limited parking on-site

Booking contact name:

English Heritage

Booking telephone number:

+447880480811

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sacred-earth-sacred-stone-exploring-knowltons-ancient-henge-and-church-tickets-1996364730650

Alternative booking website:

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/knowlton-church-and-earthworks/

Booking opens:

02 Aug 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

19 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Additional information

Max number of people:

10

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s)

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