The Castle and Park - Major Functions

Knepp Castle - designed by John Nash, the architect of the Brighton Pavilion - overlooks a stunning, expansive lake at the heart of the 3,500 acre Knepp Estate.  The Castle is set in a 700 acre park now frequented by free-ranging fallow deer, Exmoor ponies, longhorn cattle and Tamworth pigs.

While the Castle itself, as a family home, is not available for hire, it is often used as the scenic backdrop for large occasions such as polo events, charity functions, craft fairs and company fun days held in and around the park.

Rates vary and are by negotiation through the Estate Office (01403 741235).

Polo & Events

Knepp Castle Polo Club provides a superb venue for corporate entertaining.  It is often used by companies looking for novel ways to thank staff and their families for their contribution to the success of a company, or to mark a prestigious point in the company’s development such as an anniversary, office opening or a large contract confirmation. 

A Family Fun Day is perfect for this kind of occasion and all sorts of additional features can be provided as side-attractions to the main event of a sponsored polo match, including activities to keep children amused and entertained.

Bookings can be made through the Knepp Castle Polo Club 01403 741007, or take the link to their website. www.kneppcastlepoloclub.co.uk 

Weddings

Springwood Lake is the perfect spot for a marquee wedding reception and we have been working with Beautiful World Tents to provide venues for many happy couples in this lovely lakeside location.

Rates start at £1250 for the venue for a group of about 100, and we can add on loos & catering facilities if required.

There is ample parking, and some couples have camped in the park to add to the experience.  

For the more flamboyant, there is plenty of space for helicopters & hot-air balloons.

Enquiries can be made through the Estate Office (01403 741235).

The Bothy - Management Training Days, Conferences & Meetings

Originally a Victorian cow shed and later a shoot lunch hut, the Bothy sits in woods in the heart of the Deer Park overlooking Springwood Lake.

In 2001, this woodland building became available as a training centre, conference facility & meeting room for groups of up to 40 (or more with a marquee). It has a main room and two break-out rooms plus kitchen fitted to the highest catering standards and a set of four WCs. 

The Bothy is a wonderful venue for any company seeking something more adventurous and out of the ordinary.  Deer, pigs, longhorn cattle and ponies wander freely in this part of the park and the Bothy’s secluded location, in the heart of a wood, provides a unique and enjoyable atmosphere.

We can assist with local caterers and any other requirements.  The adjacent Springwood lake can be used for water and other activities in conjunction with the Bothy, & both are available to hire on a daily basis through the Estate Office (01403 741235).