Photo: Knowsley Hall by Unknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
About this place
The Stanley family, Earls of Derby, has held Knowsley since 1385.
The Hall stands within a 2,500 acre private walled estate near Prescot in Merseyside.
Its exterior presents a Georgian facade, while the interiors span Jacobean, Baroque and Victorian periods, most notably in the State Dining Room with its carved oak panelling.
The property is Grade II* listed and operates as an exclusive-hire venue for weddings, conferences and filming rather than as a public attraction.
History
The Hall has been Grade II* listed since 1952. The property's role as the private seat of the Stanley family has been complemented in recent decades by its availability for exclusive hire for weddings, conferences and filming. The house has welcomed royalty and other distinguished visitors throughout its long history.
Architecture
The exterior presents a classic Georgian face, while inside the rooms range across Jacobean, Baroque and Victorian schemes, most strikingly in the State Dining Room's carved oak panelling and figurative ceiling.
Worth knowing
The Hall has welcomed royalty and other distinguished visitors throughout its history. Since its reopening, its state rooms have been hired out for film and television production as well as weddings and corporate events.
Gardens & grounds
The 2,500 acre parkland surrounding the Hall contains Knowsley Safari Park, one of the best known drive-through safari parks in Britain.
Facilities
Plan your visit
Nearest station: Prescot Rail Station (1.9 miles)
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Facts
A 600-year Stanley family seat whose private parkland now doubles as a drive-through safari park.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Merseyside, England
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