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Houses, Castles and Palaces
Visit some of the picturesque locations in the land.
A La Ronde - Quirky 18th-century, 16 sided house with fascinating interior decoration and collections, Killerton House A family home and a great estate. Glorious landscape garden surrounded by parkland with fine 18th-century house
The family home of the Spencers since 1508, and the final resting place of the Princess Diana. Showcasing one of Europe’s finest private collections of furniture, paintings and ceramics.
The American Museum takes you on a journey through the history of America, from its early settlers to the twentieth century. With its remarkable collection of folk and decorative arts, the Museum shows the diverse and complex nature of American traditions. The only museum of Americana outside the United States, it was founded to bring American history and cultures to the people of Britain and Europe.
Baddesley Clinton (pictured) was the home of the Ferrers family for 500 years and Packwood House is a much-restored Tudor house, park and garden with notable topiary.
Home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, a true masterpiece of 18th Century Baroque architecture.
Home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
Home of the enigma Code Breaker from WWII and Churchill Memorobilia. Check out the tales of spies and strategic deception.
Home of the enigma Code Breaker from WWII and Churchill Memorobilia. Check out the tales of spies and strategic deception.
The magnificent Historic Home of Lord Mountbatten. It remains one of England's most delightful country homes and a gem of mid-Georgian beauty.
There is plenty to discover here on Brownsea Island and at a mile long and just under a mile wide, a walk around the island is easily manageable. Home to red squirrels and scouting.
Palace and Garden Highlights Tour includes the 39-acre garden - 'a walled oasis in the middle of London'. It boasts more than 350 types of wild flower, over 200 trees and a three-acre lake.
The Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace in 2019 will include an exhibition to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birthday.
Visitors can see the 19 magnificent State Rooms which provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining. The Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace in 2018 will include an exhibition that marks the 70th birthday of The Prince of Wales.
Palace and Garden Highlights Tour includes the 39-acre garden - 'a walled oasis in the middle of London'. It boasts more than 350 types of wild flower, over 200 trees and a three-acre lake.
A Victorian home set in landscaped deer park, overlooking the river Avon on the edge of Shakespeare’s Stratford.
A 1920s country retreat complete with luxuriant garden by the sea.
A much loved home for over 875 years you will find the family rooms scattered with photos and perhaps an odd pair of shoes or two peeping out from under a table. The unexpected galleries create a total contrast, with their formal, crisp lines.
This exclusive tour of Frogmore House in the company of an expert guide, allows your group to explore the principal rooms of this favourite royal retreat, still used by The Queen today.
Agatha Christie loved nothing better than escaping with her family to Greenway, their Devon holiday home.
This rare and atmospheric 17th-century house sits on the banks of the River Thames in Richmond.
A unique 17th-century treasure trove
Visit Windsor Castle and State Apartments with an overnight stay so that you are refreshed and ready for the day at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
Duration: 2 Days
Enjoy a visit to either Hampton Court or Kew Gardens
Over 800 years of history can be explored through this magnificent palace and gardens.
Over 800 years of history can be explored through this magnificent palace and gardens.
In 1539 Henry VIII gifted the Abbey to the Keeper of his Wine Cellar and today the house still remains in the family. Hartland Abbey is probably the most historically important ancestral home in North Devon.
Highclere Castle is one of England's most beautiful Victorian Castles set amidst 1,000 acres of spectacular parkland.
Join one of The Prince’s expert guides on a two-hour walking tour through the extraordinary series of gardens including The Stumpery, the stunning Wildflower Meadow and the impressive Kitchen Garden.
On your visit to Jane Austen's House Museum, you will be able to explore the house where Jane Austen lived and wrote.
Visit this charming and much loved royal Palace and gardens.
Over 200 acres for exploration. Discover our Victorian Productive Gardens, romantic Pleasure Grounds, lush sub-tropical Jungle, pioneering Wildlife Project & beyond.
Originally founded as an Augustinian priory in 1201, the house has seen a number of transformations over the last 800 years, shaped by its many and varied owners.
Welcome to Queen Victoria's palace by the sea. After first visiting Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, England's longest-reigning monarch wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'..
The City of Dreaming Spires is famous the world over for its University and place in history. Take a 2 hour walking tour to see the main highlights.
The palatial mansion that you see today was built in 1682 . The state rooms are saturated with internationally important paintings by artists such as Van Dyck, Reynolds, Titian and Blake together with classical and neo-classical sculptures.
Powderham Castle lies in a beautiful deer park on the banks of the River Exe, just a stone's throw from the historic cathedral city of Exeter
Beautiful 18th-century landscape gardens. Enjoy the Bath Skyline, a six-mile circular route encompassing beautiful woodlands and meadows, an Iron Age hill fort, Roman settlements, 18th-century follies and spectacular views.
The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery.
Tewkesbury Medieval Festival has been the high spot of Tewkesbury’s summer since 1984. It is now widely regarded as the largest medieval gathering of its kind in Europe, and attracts re-enactors, traders and entertainers, and visitors from all over the world
Relax in the grounds of this former Tudor palace.
This renaissance-style chateau was built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild. The 45 rooms on view combine the highest quality French furniture and decorative arts from the 18th century.
Get ready for another fantastic year at Warwick Castle! A fun, action packed and unforgettable day out for everyone! NEW FOR 2019! The Falconers Quest Birds of Prey Show
Enjoy visits to both Windsor and Oxford.
The largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen.
The largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen.
With a wide range of things to do, great shopping and dining and perfect places to relax and unwind, then look no further than the Royal Borough of Windsor.
A popular visitor destination with numerous historic buildings and attractions. Most notable amongst these is the magnificent 11th-century cathedral.