The Secrets of Knowlton Church and Earthworks Guided Tours
Knowlton Church and Earthworks, Knowlton, Buildwas Abbey, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5AE
As part of the 2025 Heritage Open Days English Heritage are offering free guide tours of Knowlton Church and Earthworks on Saturday 20 September and Sunday 21 September at 11:00 and 13:00.
This Norman church, which was built in the 12th century, is situated at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork. The unusual pairing of the henge and the church symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship.
The 12th century church is built of stone and flint, and the line of the roof remains clearly visible on its eastern face
Booking is essential as parking is limited. Dogs on leads are welcome.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 20 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
- Sunday 21 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
Location & directions
Knowlton Church and Earthworks, Knowlton, Buildwas Abbey, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5AE
- Directions:
- Access: You will find the Church and Earthworks on Lumber Lane, off the B3078. Access is through a gate. The ground is uneven and may become muddy on wet days. Parking: There is very limited parking in the layby at the site entrance on Lumber Lane.
- Contact on day:
- English Heritage
- Telephone number:
- +447880480811
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Booking is essential via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exclusive-knowlton-church-and-earthworks-guided-tour-tickets-1526479484229
- Booking contact name:
- English Heritage
- Booking telephone number:
- +447880480811
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exclusive-knowlton-church-and-earthworks-guided-tour-tickets-1526479484229
- Alternative booking website:
- https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/knowlton-church-and-earthworks/
- Booking opens:
- 24 Jul 2025 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 20 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Access: You will find the Church and Earthworks on Lumber Lane, off the B3078. Access is through a gate. The ground is uneven and may become muddy on wet days.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 10
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
