Country Houses

Seen from the air before a major National Trust restoration effort, Knole House in Sevenoaks, Kent, is one of the largest homes in England. It has been expanded and modified many times since the late 16th century.   If every home tells a story, then Knole House is a tome. By any measure one of … Continue reading »

Published: 10:45 EST, 18 May 2016 | Updated: 16:50 EST, 18 May 2016 A country manor which is 40 times the size of the average home has been put on the market by its aristocratic owner for £3.6million. But there is a catch for whoever buys Cornbury House in the Cotswolds, because they will only … Continue reading »

PRINCE rented a manor house two miles from Stratford-upon-Avon which he used as his base while performing at the National Exhibition Centre in the mid-nineties. Clifford Manor in Clifford Chambers was rented by the iconic pop star during his stay in this country; its location offered easy access to the major performing venues in Birmingham. … Continue reading »

Comments (0) The owners of a Grade II listed house on the edge of the Duke of Beaufort’s Badminton Estate have chosen just the right time to put their home on the market since tens of thousands of people will pass it on their way to Badminton Horse Trials this week. The historic house is set … Continue reading »

The kitchen is big enough to be a ballroom. Hang on, the kitchen really was a ballroom. One of the highlights of Morton House, on the market for £1,395,000, is a huge kitchen where lords and ladies and captains of industry once graced the dance floor. Fancy footwork may be a thing of the past … Continue reading »

This is the Grade I listed manor house in England from where Neil Hamilton will be running Ukip’s Assembly operations in the Cardiff Bay. The former Tory MP ousted Nathan Gill AM to become the party’s leader in the Senedd after receiving four votes to rival AM Nathan Gill’s three. Despite representing the Mid and … Continue reading »

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 »

Arley Hall & Gardens is a place of enormous character, charm and interest. Visitors are frequently struck by the warm and intimate atmosphere and the feeling that Arley is a much-cherished family home. The Gardens, which are amongst the finest in Britain, are outstanding for their vitality, variety and historical interest and are particularly celebrated … Continue reading »

  Britain’s country house hotels took off post-war, when increasing numbers of city workers sought the tranquillity of the countryside for short breaks. As the concept grew ever more popular, growing numbers of private homes were converted into hotels. But with hundreds to choose from today, how do you know where to start? We think these … Continue reading »

By Abigail ButcherSpecial to the Star Thu., May 12, 2016 WILTSHIRE, ENGLAND-Just nine kilometres from the historic city of Bath, set in the rolling Cotswolds, Lucknam Park — a 17th-century, mansion-turned-country-house hotel — oozes the best of British style, elegance, service and cuisine. Oh, and an outstanding spa. PRICE: From $490 (Canadian) per night for … Continue reading »