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Hanbury Hall
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Hanbury Hall (built 1701), is a charming William and Mary house of brick that was the seat of the Vernon family for over 300 years. Now run by the National Trust, Hanbury is set in 400 acres of gardens and parkland. The 18th century garden has been lovingly restored, and the interior boasts an exceptional staircase and collections of fine porcelain and Dutch flower paintings.
School Road,
Hanbury,
Droitwich,
Worcestershire,
England,
WR9 7EA
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 4½m E of Droitwich, 1 m N of B4090 and 1½m W of B4091, from M5 junction 5 follow Droitwich signs
Email: hanburyhall@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01527 821 214
Fax: 01527 821 251
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Harewood House
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The award winning home of the queen's first cousin, the Earl of Harewood, has an extensive events programme, thrilling outdoor entertainment, changing art exhibitions, premier Bird Garden, not to mention the stunning scenery. The house displays exquisite Robert Adam interiors, a rich collection of Chippendale furniture, fine porcelain and outstanding art pieces, from Italian Renaissance masterpieces and Turner watercolours to contemporary works. The Old Kitchen contains "the best collection of noble household copperware in the country" giving visitors a glimpse into an essential area of yesteryear's belowstairs life.
Harewood,
Leeds,
Yorkshire,
England,
LS17 9LQ
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 7 m N Leeds, on A61
Website: Harewood House
Email: info@harewood.org
Phone: 0113 218 1010
Fax: 0113 218 1002
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Hartland Abbey
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An Augustinian monastery from 1160 to 1539, Hartland Abbey was given to the Sergeant of the Wine Cellar at Hampton Court by Henry VIII. Still the home of the Stucley family, the Abbey houses Document and Photographic exhibitions. The original abbey cloisters run the length of the west passage in the basement, but above stairs 18th and 19th century remodelling features murals, painted panelling, and the vaulted and stencilled ceiling of the Alhambra Passage. Impressively restored gardens.
Hartland,
Bideford,
Devon,
England,
EX39 6DT
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 15 miles west of Bideford, off the A39
Website: Hartland Abbey
Email: ha_admin@btconnect.com
Phone: 01237 441 264
Fax: 01237 441 264
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Highclere Castle
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Former Georgian house, home of the Earls of Caernarvon, remade by Charles Barry in exotic (or horrifying, depending upon your tastes) Victorian Gothic style. Ornate, opulent state rooms. Exhibit of Egyptian artefacts (the fifth Earl was an enthusiastic backer of Howard Carter, who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamen).
Highclere Park,
Newbury,
Berkshire,
England,
RG20 9RN
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 5 m S Newbury, off A34
Website: Highclere Castle
Email: theoffice@highclerecastle.co.uk
Phone: 01635 253 210
Fax: 01635 255 315
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Hill Hall
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A magnificent Elizaberthan mansion, showcasing some of the earliest examples of Renaissance style in England. A particular feature are two excellent sets of wall paintings, with a mix of classical and Biblical subject matter. The paintings have been called the best Elizabethan figure paintig in England.
Theydon Mount,
Essex,
England,
CM16 7QQ
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 3 miles south east of Epping. Seasonal opening. access only by pre-booked tour.
Website: Hill Hall
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Heritage Highlight: Superb Elizabethan wall paintings.
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Hughenden Manor
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Hughenden Manor was the home of Victorian prime minister and statesman Benjamin Disraeli from 1848 until his death in 1881. Most of his furniture, books and pictures remain in this, his private retreat. There are beautiful walks through the surrounding park and Chiltern woodlands and the garden is a recreation of the colourful design of his wife, Mary Anne.
High Wycombe,
Buckinghamshire,
England,
HP14 4LA
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 1.5 m N High Wycombe, on the A4128. Park either at Hughenden church and walk up to the house, or follow the road to the National Trust parking area near the house.
Website: Hughenden Manor
Email: hughenden@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone: 01494 755573
Fax: 01494 474284
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Heritage Highlight: Mementos of Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, who lived here happily for many years until his death
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Hutton-in-the-Forest
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A lovely historic house in a quiet north Cumbrian village, Hutton-in-the-Forest boasts a Stuart limsetone facade, which is dwarfed by two towers, one a surviving pele tower from the 14th century, the other a false Gothic giant constructed in the 19th century. The interior is a mix of Regency and Vicorian rooms, including original William Moris wallpaper. The same family has been here since 1605.
Penrith,
Lake District,
Cumbria,
England,
CA11 9TH
Attraction Type:
Historic House
Location: 6 m NW Penrith, on B5305
Website: Hutton-in-the-Forest
Email: info@hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk
Phone: 017684 84449
Fax: 017684 84571
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Heritage Highlight: 14th century pele tower
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