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Angharad MoranThis hauntingly beautiful 255 acre estate, with far-reaching views over the river Deben, is home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of...
Vicky SartainFamous during its 18th-century heyday as an important artistic masterpiece, Stowe was home to the Temple-Grenville family who, as they increased their wealth...
Angharad Moran‘Stay awhile amid its ancient charms,’ is the polite, old-fashioned invitation on the signs that welcome visitors to Ripon. It’s an understated greeting...
Vicky SartainHome to the Sitwell family for nearly 400 years, Renishaw Hall’s famous literary trio, Edith, Osbert, and Sacheverell Sitwell were all patrons of...
Vicky SartainThis impressive and complete 14th-century fortress of the powerful Nevills, with nine towers set in 200 acres of landscaped deer park, has been...
Vicky SartainSet in a large deer park beside the Exe estuary, this attractive fortified mansion was built by the Courtenays between 1390-1490. Severely damaged...
Polesden Lacey, an exquisite Edwardian house in the heart of Surrey, continues to amaze visitors, just as its extravagant former owner, Mrs Margaret Greville,...
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