Living in Knebworth

Your guide to moving to Knebworth

Why Knebworth is a good place to live

Knebworth is a delightful place to live, brimming with character and charm. This idyllic English village is well-connected, providing direct trains to London King's Cross, and easy access to the A1(M) for those with a car. Living in Knebworth provides a relaxed lifestyle with a solid balance between country life and modern amenities. The high street offers various conveniences such as a Co-op shop, Post Office, and several takeaways. There's also an atmosphere perfect for families, with the local favourite Lytton Arms serving delicious food and real ales. The local schools are lauded and the area is abundant with recreational facilities such as cricket pitches and tennis courts at Knebworth Recreation Grounds.

What's Knebworth famous for?

Knebworth boasts a storied past and is particularly famous for Knebworth House. This Grade II listed building has hosted some of the most significant acts in music history, from Queen, The Rolling Stones to Oasis, solidifying the area's position on the global music map. Adding to its fame, Knebworth House has also graced the silver screen, appearing in popular Hollywood productions including The King's Speech and Paddington 2. Its 16th-century design and the fact that it served as Wayne Manor in 1989's Batman, has continually captured audience's imaginations around the world.

Things to do in Knebworth

Knebworth is a hive of activity. Either if you're a resident or visitor, the area offers plenty of things to do. An absolute must is exploring the majestic Knebworth House, its lovely gardens and the 250-acre Deer Park, home to a herd of deer. Younger adventurers will be thrilled with the dinosaur trail and Fort Knebworth adventure playground. For those who are sports inclined, the local cricket, football, and tennis clubs afford you the perfect opportunity to flex your sporting prowess while the playgrounds in Lytton Fields and King George V Park guarantee a fun-filled afternoon with family.

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