Great Britain has a great selection of stately homes that were built by aristocrats centuries ago. Many are still occupied by there descendants and display wealth, power and social standing. Most of the homes were built with great attention to detail and craftsmanship. The art collections and furnishing were displayed as the priceless treasures they were and still are. Not only were the walls covered with magnificent art and paintings, but also with expensive tapestry. Over 500 stately homes alone were built between the mid 16th century and the 20th century, and have survived two world wars and remain standing today.
Visitors can admire the ancient decorations and experience first-hand the designs of an earlier era. Visits include a comparison view of the servants quarters to get an idea of what life was like for the less privileged. The landscapes alone are breathtaking with gardens and parks that just beg to be admired. Many of Britain’s stately homes and surrounding countryside are used as movie locations in films and TV. All in all, there are over 600 castles, stately homes and gardens across Britain. History buffs will not be disappointed!
Here is a list of some popular Stately Homes in Great Britain that you or any group would surely enjoy visiting:
Kentwell Hall: One of England’s finest Tudor homes complete with moat and tudor brickwork. Built in the 16th century, with improvements made in the 1820's, this Gothic style home by Thomas Hopper was built and designed by the Clopton Family. This home has been lived in by the Phillips family since 1971. It contains a strong sense of history and is open for viewing and private functions such as weddings, re-creations or corporate events. Visitors to Kentwell Hall can conveniently stay in Long Melford where a vast selection of top-notch hotels and country Inns are located.
Audley End House: This stately home and gardens is one of Britain’s great wonders. It was originally built by the first Earl of Suffolk, the Lord Treasurer to James I. It has been compared to many great royal palaces, and was purchased by Charles II in 1668. It was finally returned to the Suffolks in 1701, when certain sections of the home were demolished. It is considered one of today’s best examples of Jacobean houses in England. Visitors to the Audley house can stay right in Saffron Walden, and can choose from several great hotels and Inns while visiting.
Visitors can admire the ancient decorations and experience first-hand the designs of an earlier era. Visits include a comparison view of the servants quarters to get an idea of what life was like for the less privileged. The landscapes alone are breathtaking with gardens and parks that just beg to be admired. Many of Britain’s stately homes and surrounding countryside are used as movie locations in films and TV. All in all, there are over 600 castles, stately homes and gardens across Britain. History buffs will not be disappointed!
Here is a list of some popular Stately Homes in Great Britain that you or any group would surely enjoy visiting:
Kentwell Hall: One of England’s finest Tudor homes complete with moat and tudor brickwork. Built in the 16th century, with improvements made in the 1820's, this Gothic style home by Thomas Hopper was built and designed by the Clopton Family. This home has been lived in by the Phillips family since 1971. It contains a strong sense of history and is open for viewing and private functions such as weddings, re-creations or corporate events. Visitors to Kentwell Hall can conveniently stay in Long Melford where a vast selection of top-notch hotels and country Inns are located.
Audley End House: This stately home and gardens is one of Britain’s great wonders. It was originally built by the first Earl of Suffolk, the Lord Treasurer to James I. It has been compared to many great royal palaces, and was purchased by Charles II in 1668. It was finally returned to the Suffolks in 1701, when certain sections of the home were demolished. It is considered one of today’s best examples of Jacobean houses in England. Visitors to the Audley house can stay right in Saffron Walden, and can choose from several great hotels and Inns while visiting.
Elton Hall: One of England most romantic and Gothic stately homes. It has been in the Proby family since 1660 and is build in the middle of an unspoiled parkland. It was designed with a fascinating combinations of styles. Visitors to Elton Hall can stay at one of several fine hotels or Inns in nearby Peterborough. In addition to the above the following stately hz`omes are also worth mentioning:
- Sandringham
- Copped Hall
- Helmingham Hall Gardens
- Euston Hall
- Belchamp Hall
- Houghton Hall
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