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Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire Location map Baddesley Clinton Moated manor of brick, stone, and half-timber construction, built around a small courtyard garden. Origins in the 13th century; the present house is largely Elizabethan. Not one but two hiding holes for priests (they were apparently needed, and in dramatic circumstances). Rising Lane, Knowle, Solihull, Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire, England, B93 0DQ Location: 5 m SE Solihull, off A4141 Website: Baddesley Clinton Email: baddesleyclinton@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01564 783 294 Fax: 01564 782 706 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Wolverhampton, West Midlands Location map Bantock House and Park A listed family home filled with heritage and craft objects. Located on 43 acres of parkland; visitors can walk the dogs, play a game of golf or just relax in the beautiful setting of the Park’s formal gardens. Inside the house, visitors are invited to use hands-on activities to unlock the secrets of Wolverhampton’s industrial past. Entry to the House and Park is free and both are fully accessible. Free parking. Finchfield Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England, WV3 9LQ Email: bantockhouse@wolverhampton.gov.uk Phone: 01902 552 195 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Lower Basildon, Berkshire Location map Basildon Park This beautiful Palladian mansion was built in 1776-83. The interior is notable for its original delicate plasterwork and elegant staircase, as well as the unusual Octagon Room. The house fell on hard times early in the last century but was rescued and restored by Lord and Lady Iliffe, who filled it with fine pictures and furniture. The early 19th-century pleasure gardens are currently being restored and there are way-marked trails through the parkland. Reading, Lower Basildon, Berkshire, England, RG8 9NR Location: 2.5 m NW Pangbourne, on A329 Website: Basildon Park Email: basildonpark@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 0118 984 3040 Fax: 0118 976 7370 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Basingstoke, Hampshire Location map Basing House Basing House was one one of the largest private houses in England, the home of William Paulet, Marquess of Winchester in the Tudor period. The house was besieged and destroyed by Oliver Cromwell in the Civil War. Visitors can view excavated remains of the Old House and tour the extensive Norman earthworks which surround the site. Redbridge Lane, Basing, Basingstoke, Hampshire, England, RG24 7HB Location: 2 m E Basingstoke town centre Website: Basing House Email: enquiries.museums@hants.gov.uk Phone: 01256 467 294 Fax: 01256 326 283 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Burwash, East Sussex Location map Bateman's Jacobean home of Rudyard Kipling from 1902-1936. Comfortably furnished, packed with Kipling memorabilia. Etchingham, Burwash, East Sussex, England, TN19 7DS Location: off A265 Website: Bateman's Email: batemans@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01435 882 302 Fax: 01435 882 811 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Beaulieu, Hampshire Location map Beaulieu Beaulieu has a bit of something for everyone; an informal, homely mansion built upon the ruins of a medieval abbey, and the world famous National Motior Museum. Beaulieu Palace has intriguingly transformed the 14th century Great Gatehouse of Beaulieu Abbey into a comfortable family home beside the River Beaulieu. The major architect of the Victorian Gothic house you see today was Sir Arthur Blomfield, who transformed the earlier medieval building for Lord Henry Scott. Beaulieu, Hampshire, England, SO42 7ZN Location: 3 m SW Hythe on B3054 Website: Beaulieu Email: info@beaulieu.co.uk Phone: 01590 612 345 Fax: 01590 612 624 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Throwley, Faversham Location map Belmont House An elegant 18th century house built by Samuel Wyatt in neo-classical style for Colonel John Montresor. The house later passed to General George Harris (later created Lord Harris). The 5th Lord Harris ammassed a huge collection of historical clocks, which can be seen by visitors. Belmont Park, Faversham, Throwley, Faversham, England, ME13 0HH Location: 4.5 m S Faversham, off A251 Website: Belmont House Email: belmontadmin@btconnect.com Phone: 01795 890 202 Fax: 01795 890 042 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Grantham, Lincolnshire Location map Belton House Four-square Restoration house. Interior has been sensitively restored to original 17th century style. Impressive chapel. Grantham, Lincolnshire, England, NG32 2LS Location: 3 m NE Grantham, on A607 Website: Belton House Email: belton@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01476 566 116 Fax: 01476 542 980 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Grantham, Leicestershire Location map Belvoir Castle A romantic (fake) Gothic collosus atop a rocky tor. Begun in 1801 by James Wyatt for the 5th Duke of Rutland. When Wyatt died the bulk of the work was executed by the John Thoroton, whose primary credential for the job was his position as the family chaplain. Fantastic painted ceiling, and a collection of paintings by Gainsborough, Holbein, and the ubiquitous Reynolds. A sumptuous display. Grantham, Leicestershire, England, NG32 1PD Location: 7 m W Grantham, off A52 or A607 Website: Belvoir Castle Email: info@belvoircastle.com Phone: 01476 871 002 Fax: 01476 870 443 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Beningbrough, Yorkshire Location map Beningbrough Hall Red brick Queen Anne mansion, housing rich baroque interiors. Paintings from the National Portrait Gallery. Newly restored walled garden. York, Beningbrough, Yorkshire, England, YO30 1DD Location: 8 m NW York, off A19 Website: Beningbrough Hall Email: beningbrough@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01904 472 027 Fax: 01904 470 002 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Leominster, Herefordshire Location map Berrington Hall A neo-classical mansion built to a design by Henry Holland, set in superb gardens by Capability Brown. The exterior of Berrington is restrained classical design, the interiors are stunningly ornate, with painted ceilings and an exceptionally fine entry staircase. Berrington is home to the Wade Costume Collection. Leominster, Herefordshire, England, HR6 0DW Location: 3 miles north of Leominster off the A49 Website: Berrington Hall Email: berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01568 615 721 Fax: 01568 613 263 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Woodstock, Oxfordshire Location map Blenheim Palace Can one really call Blenheim a "house"? This place is massive, overwhelming, ostentatious, and amazing for all that. A gift from the grateful Queen Anne to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, for his victory over the French at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. Designed by Vanbrugh, and completed by Hawksmoor, with grounds by Capability Brown. Birthplace of Winston Churchill. Take your time, there's an awful lot to take in. Woodstock, Oxfordshire, England, OX20 1PX Location: In Woodstock, on the A34 Website: Blenheim Palace Email: operations@blenheimpalace.com Phone: 1993 811 091 Fax: 01993 810 570 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Blickling, Norfolk Location map Blickling Hall A dry moat, a remnant of an earlier Tudor house, surrounds this Jacobean masterpiece. Designed by Robert Lyminge, who also worked on Hatfield House. A long gallery, and many rare books complete the picture. Norwich, Blickling, Norfolk, England, NR11 6NF Location: 1 m NW Aylsham, on B1354 Website: Blickling Hall Email: blickling@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01263 738 030 Fax: 01263 731 660 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Boarstall, Buckinghamshire Location map Boarstall Tower An imposing 14th century moated gatehouse surrounded by gardens. Boarstall was built by John de Haudlo in 1312. The exterior chambers are largely unaltered since the early 17th century. Boarstall, Buckinghamshire, England, HP18 9UX Location: midway between Bicester and Thame, on B4011 Website: Boarstall Tower Phone: 01280 822850 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Boconnoc, Cornwall Location map Boconnoc The unoccupied shell of an 18th century house with late Elizabethan foundations, set in the largest park in Cornwall. Boconnoc estate dates to at least the time of the Domesday Book of 1086. Boconnoc has been featured in several film and television series, including 'Poldark' and 'My Cousin Rachel'. In the grounds are a water powered sawmill, a 14th century church, a deer park and 20 acres of gardens. Lostwithiel, Boconnoc, Cornwall, England, PL22 0RG Location: 5 m E Lostwithiel, on minor roads off a390 or B3359 Website: Boconnoc Email: adgfortescue@btinternet.com Phone: 01208 872 507 Fax: 01208 873 836 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

London, Greater London Location map Boston Manor House A rare glimpse of the past in modern Brentford, Boston Manor is a fine Jacobean house, created in 1623 for Lady Mary Reade. Lady Reade later married Sir Edward Spencer (see Althorp House). The plasterwork adorning the State rooms is excellent. Over 80 paintings from the collection of the London Borough of Hounslow are on display. The house is set in lovely parkland. Boston Manor Road, Brentford, London, Greater London, England, TW8 9JX Location: north of junction with A4 Phone: 020 8583 4463 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Boughton Monchelsea, Kent Location map Boughton Monchelsea Place A 16th century manor house with exquisite views of the Kent countryside. The interiors range from Tudor to Victorian, with primarily Victorian furnishings. Openings for special events and for pre-booked group tours. Boughton Monchelsea, Kent, England, ME17 4BU Location: 4.5 m from Maidstone via A229 Website: Boughton Monchelsea Place Email: info@boughtonmonchelseaplace.co.uk Phone: 01622 743 120 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Derry Hill, Wiltshire Location map Bowood House and Gardens The original house at Bowood was built in 1725 on the site of a former hunting lodge, and extended in the 1750s to its present attractive Georgian form. Stately interiors feature Adams Orangery (now a picture gallery), library, chapel, and exhibition rooms for extensive collections of watercolours, jewellry, miniatures, porcelain and costumes. 'Capability' Brown park. Calne, Derry Hill, Wiltshire, England, SN11 0LZ Location: off the A4 Website: Bowood House and Gardens Phone: 01249 812 102 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Newton Abbot, Devon Location map Bradley Manor A surprisingly complete medieval manor set in lovely woodland. The house contains collections of Arts and Crafts furniture and Pre-Raphaelite paintings. The earliest part of the house dates to the 13th crentury, but the majority is of 15th century design. Newton Abbot, Devon, England, TQ12 6BN Location: on A381, 1 m SW Newton Abbot Website: Bradley Manor Email: bradley@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01803 843 235 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Bramhall, Cheshire Location map Bramall Hall The house is a superb example of Cheshire "black and white" half-timbering, and one of the largest timber-framed houses in the northwest. The core of the house was built in the 14th century, with later Tuor and Jacobean additions around a central courtyard. The final effect, almost self-consciously romantic, is the result of a Victorian rebuilding program. There are fine Tudor rooms, though they are sparsely furnished, but at least this allows good views of the period plasterwork, the original timber roof in the solar, and 16th century wall paintings throughout. In addition the Victorian kitchen and servants' quarters have been restored. Bramhall Park, Hall Road, Stockport, Bramhall, Cheshire, England, SK7 3NX Location: off the A5102 Website: Bramall Hall Email: bramall.hall@stockport.gov.uk Phone: 0845 8330974 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Coniston, Cumbria Location map Brantwood This beautifully situated house was the home of influential Victorian poet, artist, writer, and critic John Ruskin from 1872 until his death in 1900. Brantwood is filled with Ruskin's personal effects, drawings, watercolours, and furniture. Coniston, Cumbria, England, LA21 8AD Location: Off the A593 or by regular boat service from Coniston Website: Brantwood Email: enquiries@brantwood.org.uk Phone: 015394 41396 Fax: 015394 41263 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Breamore, Hampshire Location map Breamore House A Tudor manor house on the edge of the New Forest, Breamore was built in 1583 for the Dodington family. It was later the home of Edward Hulse, doctor to Queen Anne, George I, and George II. The house boasts a collection of 17th and 18th century portraits, period furniture, porcelain, and fine art. In the grounds is the Mizmaze, a turf maze of medieval origin. Fordingbridge, Breamore, Hampshire, England, SP6 2DF Location: off A338 Website: Breamore House Email: breamore@btinternet.com Phone: 01725 512 468 Fax: 01725 512 233 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Romsey, Hampshire Location map Broadlands Begun in 1767 by Capability Brown, finished by Henry Holland. Honeymoon home of the present Queen, former home of Lord Mountbatten and Viscount Palmerston. Extensive portrait collection. Romsey, Hampshire, England, SO51 9ZD Location: at Romsey, 8 m N Southampton, off A31. Closed until June 2006. Website: Broadlands Email: admin@broadlands.net Phone: 01794 505 010 Fax: 01794 529 755 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Broughton, Oxfordshire Location map Broughton Castle Home of the Fiennes family for over 600 years, begun about 1300 as a fortified manor. Maintains its medieval roots, though much of the decor is Tudor. Lovely little garden. Banbury, Broughton, Oxfordshire, England, OX15 5EB Location: 2 m SW Banbury, on B4035 Website: Broughton Castle Email: info@broughtoncastle.com Phone: 01295 276 070 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

London, Greater London Location map Bruce Castle Museum A 16th century manor house set in 20 acres of parkland. The manor is operated by Haringey Council as a local history museum, offering exhibits on social history, local landscape, and works by local artists. Lordship Lane, Haringey, London, Greater London, England, N17 8NU Location: at junction with Bruce Grove (A10) Email: museum.services@haringey.gov.uk Phone: 020 8808 8772 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

London, Greater London Location map Buckingham Palace and the Queens Gallery The primary residence of the ruling monarch of England. Buckingham Palace was built on earlier foundations by Regency architect John Nash for the Prince Regent (later George IV). Buckingham Palace, London, Greater London, England, SW1 Website: Buckingham Palace and the Queens Gallery Email: bookinginfo@royalcollection.org.uk Phone: 020 7766 7301 Fax: 020 7930 9625 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Yelverton, Devon Location map Buckland Abbey The former home of Sir Francis Drake, Buckland Abbey was founded in 1278 by the Cistercian order of monks, the last Cistercian foundation in England. As with most Cistercian foundations, the abbey is located in a secluded location, making it one of the more enjoyable historic houses to visit in Devon. In addition to Drake memorabilia, an Elizabethan garden has been established at Bucklands, plus an aromatic herb garden, and there are enjoyable walks through the secluded estate. Yelverton, Devon, England, PL20 6EY Location: off A386, just S Yelverton Website: Buckland Abbey Email: bucklandabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01822 853 607 Fax: 01822 855 448 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

London, Greater London Location map Burgh House A lovely Queen Anne manor, Burgh House was built in 1704. It later became the property of Dr. William Gibbons, fashionable physician who encouraged visitors to Hampstead Spa to drink the mineral waters for their health. It later served as Headquarters for the Royal East Middlesex Militia. The first floor is occupied by the Hampstead Museum, offering exhibits on the local history and famous local residents, including artist John Constable. New End Square, Hampstead, London, Greater London, England, NW3 1LT Website: Burgh House Phone: 020 7431 0144 Fax: 020 7435 8817 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Stamford, Lincolnshire Location map Burghley House Elizabethan manor built by William Cecil, 1st Lord Burghley, to his own design. Four story gatehouse leads to inner courtyard. Garden gates by Jean Tijou, later tapestries and furniture. Stamford, Lincolnshire, England, PE9 3JY Location: 1 m SE Stamford, off A1 Website: Burghley House Email: burghley@burghley.co.uk Phone: 01780 752 451 Fax: 01780 480 125 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Burton Agnes, Yorkshire Location map Burton Agnes Hall Red-brick and stone jewel built from 1601 by Robert Smythson (see Longleat and Hardwick). Carved wood and plaster screen graces the large great hall. Impressionist and modern paintings. Driffield, Burton Agnes, Yorkshire, England, YO25 0ND Location: on A166 Website: Burton Agnes Hall Email: burton.agnes@farmline.com Phone: 01262 490 324 Fax: 01262 490 513 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Burton Constable, Yorkshire Location map Burton Constable Hall Red brick Elizabethan exterior gives way to 18th century interior, with much wooden furniture commissioned for the house. Ballroom, domed drawing room, museum of curiosities. Skirlaugh, Burton Constable, Yorkshire, England, HU11 4LN Location: off A165 and B1238 Website: Burton Constable Hall Email: helendewson@btconnect.com Phone: 01964-562 400 Fax: 01964-563 229 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Faringdon, Oxfordshire Location map Buscot Park A late 18th-century neo-classical house, set in lovely landscape gardens and parkland. Within the house, owned by the National Trust but administered by Lord Faringdon, are displayed fine furniture and art of the very highest order, including the Faringdon Collection, a superlative collection of Old Master paintings and Pre-Raphaelite artwork. In the grounds is a lovely 20th century water garden composed of canals and classical bridges. Faringdon, Oxfordshire, England, SN7 8BU Location: on A417 Website: Buscot Park Email: estbuscot@aol.com Phone: 01367 240786 Fax: 01367 241794 National Trust Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

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