English Heritage sites near Church Knowle Parish
JORDAN HILL ROMAN TEMPLE
15 miles from Church Knowle Parish
The foundations of a 4th century Romano-Celtic temple with fine coastal views.
CHRISTCHURCH CASTLE AND NORMAN HOUSE
16 miles from Church Knowle Parish
The castle remains include parts of the keep and the 12th century riverside chamber block or Norman House, a very early example of domestic architecture including a rare Norman chimney.
PORTLAND CASTLE
16 miles from Church Knowle Parish
Built by Henry VIII to defend England, the castle also played a part in the First and Second World Wars. Attractions include the Tudor kitchen, great hall, gardens, sea views, tearooms and audio tour.
MAIDEN CASTLE
17 miles from Church Knowle Parish
Among the largest and most complex of Iron Age hillforts in Europe, Maiden Castle’s huge multiple ramparts enclose an area the size of 50 football pitches and once protected hundreds of residents.
KNOWLTON CHURCH AND EARTHWORKS
19 miles from Church Knowle Parish
The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship and creates an atmospheric scene.
THE NINE STONES
21 miles from Church Knowle Parish
Now in a wooded glade, this small prehistoric circle of nine standing stones was constructed around 4,000 years ago and is surrounded by a mysterious air. Winterbourne Poor Lot Barrows are nearby.