Country Houses

17th May 2016 South East Muhammad Aldalou Work has started on the transformation of a 16th century manor house in East Sussex into a venue for ceremonies and celebrations. East Sussex County Council was granted permission to start work on the historic Southover Grange (pictured), breathing new life into disused rooms while “protecting the unique … Continue reading »

National Trust properties in Kent attract families from far and wide for scenic strolls and fun days out. Founded in 1895, the National Trust looks after dozens of places of historic interest and natural beauty across the country. The conservation organisation owns castles, stately homes, museums, abbeys, gardens and other historic monuments. Many of the … Continue reading »

Steeped in unique history like no other, this grade-II listed Victorian property has belonged to the same family for generations. And as Andrew and Shelagh Martell put the stunning manor house on the market for £1.35m, they explain how it has managed to stay within the family for 150 years. The house was built by … Continue reading »

The Old Manor House in Long Clawson, reputedly the oldest house in the Vale of Belvoir, will be opento the public on Sunday (May 29) and bank holiday Monday. The house, which is opposite the parish church and has parts dating back from 1580, will be open for conducted tours between noon and 5pm. A … Continue reading »

Published: 16:00 EST, 20 May 2016 | Updated: 11:20 EST, 21 May 2016 For those of us stuck in the mundane world of mortgages and rent, it’s hard to feel sorry for them, but spare a thought for celebrities trying — and failing — to sell their homes. Palatial pads that would once have been … Continue reading »

This rare Georgian masterpiece in Rogate with pool and tennis court is set within glorious gardens with delightful views to the South Downs. Fyning House is a beautifully proportioned, Grade II* listed Georgian country house, the likes of which rarely feature in the open market across the whole of the South Downs National Park. It … Continue reading »

I turn the kaleidoscope wheel with my finger and peer in. Glorious slices of colours sweep past. After purchasing the handtooled object at an art gallery in Wales, I think about how much of that beautiful country I’d love to slip into a suitcase and fly back to Canada: The warmth of the people, the … Continue reading »

Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the first issue of the Anglotopia magazine in February. Subscribe today to receive the next issue of our magazine and read about British History, Culture and Travel all in one place. Issue 2 is now available – order before it sells out!  © thecoach1 One of the great … Continue reading »

Derbyshire is blessed with many things – and one thing that the county isn’t short of is tourist attractions. From the stunning stately homes of Chatsworth, Kedleston Hall and Calke Abbey to theme parks, museums, cable cars and even an aquarium, there is a lot to be discovered. And not all the attractions cost a … Continue reading »

Comments (0) Ashton House in Chaffcombe “faces the inimitable expanse of open country, diversified by Somerset’s eternal hill, flourishing woods and smiling pastures” according to the 1931 publication Somersetshire Country Houses and Villages. Perhaps surprisingly not a listed property, this Edwardian country house was built in 1914 by Colonel Noblett to his design in a beautiful … Continue reading »