This Saturday was Heritage day and many National Trust Properties where open to the public with free entry. Being local we had visited Knightshayes many years ago but thought we would take this opportunity to take the kids for a freebie.
The house was disappointing to view, particulaly with kids. There is no kitchen or a nursery to view, which I always think are the most interesting rooms in a house as they have changed the most over time. Just bedrooms and reception rooms.
The gardens however are well worth a visit, they are glorious. There is something to look at in every direction with many interesting features. There is plenty of room for everyone and numerous families were enjoying a picnic.
The walled garden which has been recently restored was very interesting to anyone in to vegetable growing and we certainly picked up some tips.
We were on a free day out as it was Heritage day but the normal adult admission to house and garden is £8.20. I know the National Trust have to raise a lot of money to be able to maintain their properties but I do feel that this is a lot of money for a look around a house and gardens.
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Advantages: Free entry to expensive properties, lots to do and see, educational, somewhere to visit all over the country Disadvantages: Membership is a big expense every year
Advantages: Free entry to expensive properties, lots to do and see, educational, somewhere to visit all over the country Disadvantages: Membership is a big expense every year
Advantages: The National Trust is committed to saving as much of our heritage "FOREVER, FOR EVERYONE". Disadvantages: Looking after lots of national treasures is expensive.
Sep 14th, 2009
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