Althorp has been home to the Spencer family for nearly 500 years. It became the focus of world attention following the tragic death of Diana, Princess of Wales in September 1997. Like many great country houses, it has benefited from the discriminating and varied collecting of generations…
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10.6 miles
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The extraordinary architecture of Claydon House includes extravagant rococo and chinoiserie decoration. Features of the house include the unique Chinese Room and parquetry Grand Stairs. In continuous occupation by the Verney family for over 380 years, the house has mementoes of their relation Florence Nightingale, who…
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14.8 miles
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Abington Park bandstand us the venue for performance by brass and wind bands from across the region. Make the most of your Sunday, bring a picnic, enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Abington Park and listen to great music.Open: 30 May ‐ 15 August.…
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8 miles
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Only one password can unlock the hidden prize but which one is it Have an epic adventure through the mini woodland and across wide meadows completing tasks and collecting the clues to discover the answer. All ages welcome but children mst be accompanied by an adult.Open:…
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12.6 miles
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Local art groups compete to produce artworks to the theme of Canons Ashby House and its grounds. Work will be for sale.Open: 24 July ‐ 4 August, daily 1pm ‐ 5pm.…
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10.3 miles
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Deene is a largely sixteenth‐century house incorporating a medieval manor. It is built around a courtyard and has important rooms added during the reign of George 111. Deene has belonged to the Brudenell family since 1514 and was the seat of the Earls of Cardigan, of…
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10.3 miles
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Stowe is a 100ha 250‐acre work of art, both beautiful and full of meaning. With its ornamental lakes, glorious open spaces and wooded valleys, adorned by over 40 temples and monuments, it is one of the supreme creations of the Georgian era and has inspired writers, artists and…
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8.3 miles
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Stowe Landscape Gardens are a remarkable reminder of an age of opulent living and political idealism, expressed through the beauty of nature and architecture. They are also a living and uplifting space for everyone to enjoy. Stowe was owned by one of the most powerful families…
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8.3 miles
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A gentle stroll through three centuries of English history in the company of a friendly and informative guide. Sulgrave Manor is a small manor‐house, built by a Lancashireman born at Warton about 1500. The entrance to the house in Tudor times was by the porch at…
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11.3 miles
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