Experience life both upstairs and downstairs. Our furnished houses give you an intimate glimpse of how the English have lived and entertained through the ages.
Apsley House, London
Famously known as 'No 1 London' , Apsley House is one of the capital’s finest residences.
Designed and built by Robert Adam, the first Duke of Wellington made the house his home after a dazzling military career culminating in his victory over Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815. It has been the London home of the Dukes of Wellington ever since.
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Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Experience the sumptuous splendour enjoyed by royalty and the aristocracy in one of England's grandest country homes.
Wonder at the lavish interiors reflecting past generations of style.
Relax in the lovingly restored 19th-century parterre garden with its elaborate floral displays and beautiful Elysian garden.
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Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, Yorkshire
The hall has been preserved with the patina of wear showing how a wealthy family and their servants really lived.
Enjoy 15 acres of wonderful woodland and garden, which are gradually being restored to their Victorian glory.
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Chiswick House and Gardens, West London
Chiswick House is a glorious example of 18th-century English architecture and landscaping.
Inspired by the ‘Grand Tour of Europe’, it was designed by Lord Burlington who sought to reproduce the kind of house and gardens found in the ancient Rome.
Ask for guided tours with our experienced site staff when booking a group visit.
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Eltham Palace and Gardens, South East London
Visit Eltham Palace and Gardens, the finest example of domestic Art Deco in the country.
Built by Stephen and Virginia Courtauld for lavish entertainment, this epitome of the 1930s chic shows the glamour of the era.
Enjoy the moated gardens and the medieval Great Hall.
Eltham Palace is situated just 30 minutes from central London.
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The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House, Kent
Charles Darwin, perhaps the most influential scientist of the 19th century, lived at Down House for over 40 years. He wrote the revolutionary book, ‘On the Origin of Species’ here.
Explore the exhibition on the first floor and visit the ground floor study, which was the centre of his life. Don't miss the glorious gardens, Darwin's 'outdoor' laboratory.
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Marble Hill House, West London
Visit this magnificent Thames-side retreat built for Henrietta Howard, mistress of King George II.
Imagine the lavish lifestyle and entertaining that took place within these extravagant gilded rooms.
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Osborne House, Isle of Wight
The beloved seaside retreat of Queen Victoria offers a glimpse into the private family life of Britain’s longest reigning monarch.
The royal apartments are full of personal treasures and the stunning Durbar Room reflects Queen Victoria’s admiration of Indian craftsmanship.
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Ranger's House - The Wernher Collection, London
We all wonder what we would buy if we had a million pounds or more to spend.
See what Sir Julius Wernher, self-made millionaire with a passion for collecting, chose to splash out on.
Learn about this impressive and unusual collection with the state-of-the-art audio tour.
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Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kent
This Tudor castle has been transformed over the years into an elegant home and residence of the Lords Warden of the Cinque Ports.
See the rooms of the Duke of Wellington who lived and died here.
HM Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother was Lord Warden for 24 years and enjoyed many summers here.
See the rooms in which she entertained and stroll through the extensive gardens.
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