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              Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park

If you are touring England, are visiting from abroad, or are simply a UK resident looking for a great day out, a visit to one, or two, England's fine old stately homes and gardens may be just what you need. The amount of  places to visit is vast, varied and all over the country. There is a wealth of History and Art to enjoy from centuries ago although many houses now have a modern twist, often in the gardens or their programme of events. If you plan your visit well, by researching the area you will be visiting, you may find that there are many Stately Homes and Gardens in quite a small area. Here is a little information taken from the internet:-

"North Americans and overseas visitors please take note : Many of these houses are only open afternoons. Why? Often because they are still family homes, or, as a means to preserve the sensitive contents from too much traffic and exposure to light".

This may mean that a possible favourite of yours may not be easy to visit due to restricted opening hours. It is always best to phone ahead or check with a local tourist information centre for exact opening times and programme of events.

CASTLE HOWARD'S ONLINE DETAILS

     

      The postal address for Castle Howard is: Castle Howard, York, YO60 7DA

      Castle Howard was the film set for Brideshead Revisited.     

CASTLE HOWARD

A fine example of an English Stately Home. Castle Howard was the setting for Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited when it was filmed for television and more recently for the big screen.

Just a Taster

Here are just a few of the many fascinating places you can visit around England. Scotland, Ireland and Wales are just as blessed with their stock of Palaces, Castles and Stately Homes.

APSLEY HOUSE

ALTHROP

BLENHEIM PALACE

BUSCOT PARK

CHASTLETON HOUSE

CROOK HALL AND GARDENS

DODDINGTON HALL

EASTNOR CASTLE

FELBRIGG HALL

GAINSBOROUGH OLD HALL

HARDWICK HALL

ICKWORTH

KEDLESTON HALL

LEVENS HALL

MELFORD HALL

NEWARK PARK

OTLEY PARK

PECKOVER HOUSE

RAGLEY HALL

SANDRINGHAM 

TATTON PARK

UPTON HOUSE

WILTON HOUSE

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DO THEY STILL HAVE A PLACE IN 2009?

Are English Stately Homes Worth Preserving in the 21st Century?
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Jim Bessey
May 10, 09 at 07:01 PM
I say, you've done a fair smashing job with this one, Ethel! I love Zones as travelogues. Have added a link to your zone from mine, "Stately Mansions of East Ave, Rochester N.Y." ( http://www.helium.com/zone/2370-stately-mansions-of-east-avenue-rochester-ny ) Well done!
Ethel Smith
May 02, 09 at 03:12 PM
So do I Dr Cook lol
Sheila Rae Watson
May 01, 09 at 05:05 PM
Very nice, well done! Ive read about these great homes and want one of my own!
Ethel Smith
May 01, 09 at 03:21 PM
Thanks Abby :)
Julie Helms
May 01, 09 at 01:40 PM
Hi Ethel, What a helpful site! I sure could have used this about a year ago when we planned our trip to England. These homes are so beautiful. I know they are prohibitively expensive to maintain but I hope many will continue to do so-- they are jewels dotting the British landscape (along with the sheep) :-) Abby

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BUCKINGHAM PALACE

In the heart of London lies Buckingham Palce. These days it is possible to visit parts of the palace.

Buckingham Palace

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Sherborne Castle in Dorset is another of the magnificent historic homes that England is blessed with. Dating back to the reign of Queen Elizabeth the house is a popular tourist attraction and member o...More>
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Knebworth

Robbie Williams playing Knebworth

Knebworth house is one of those country estates that has adapted to live in the 21st Century very successfully. As the picture below shows it is a fine old building with lovely gardens. 

As The Hon. Henry Lytton Cobbold states:-

"Queen Elizabeth I, Charles Dickens, Winston Churchill, Mick Jagger... since my family, the Lyttons, came to Knebworth in 1490, nineteen generations ago, our home has entertained an extraordinary range of guests from all walks of life.

So close to London, and yet nestled in the rolling hills of the English Countryside, Knebworth House is the perfect place for entertaining colleagues, friends, family, loved ones - whether you have just one, or three hundred and seventy-five thousand, as Robbie Williams did!

My wife Martha and I very much hope you will add your name to our illustrious Guest Book and experience some of the magic of this beautiful, historic place. As my great-great-great-grandfather, Edward Bulwer Lytton, painted on the walls on our banqueting hall:

"Welcome... to our hearth, where rooted friendships grow."

 The Hon. Henry Lytton Cobbold"

Iron MaidenIt is possible to book part of Knebworth for a conference, meeting or wedding. The programme of events is diverse and 2010 sees Iron Maiden, Alice Cooper and Motley Crue amongst the acts performing. Dates are July 30, 31 and August 01.
Therefore:-

Knebworth House, Gardens, and Park
will be closed to day visitors on 30th, 31st July,
and 1st August.
For information on Sonisphere,
featuring Metallica and Linkin Park
visit www.sonispherefestivals.com

 

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