Stately homes

Built by wealthy aristocrats centuries ago, many are still lived in by their descendents. You’ll be able to admire opulent rooms full of priceless treasures and fine furniture. See magnificent paintings and tapestries that adorn the walls. Examine intricate decorations that pay testament to the artisans of the time. Follow this visual feast with a visit to the much plainer servants' quarters and imagine life 'below stairs'.

Set in beautiful landscaped parklands, some of these splendid mansions may look familiar. You may recognise Castle Howard in Yorkshire which was used for Brideshead Revisited or Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, featured in Shakespeare in Love, just 2 of our many stately homes used as movie locations in period films and TV dramas.