Houses of Historical Interest

Whether your groups interested in royal history or just exploring the opulence and extravagance of the past there’s no doubt, we’re spoilt for choice here in the UK.

Hever Castle

Discover centuries of history in the childhood home of Anne Boleyn in Kent – Hever Castle & Gardens The splendid rooms of the double moated castle contain fine furniture, tapestries, antiques, an important collection of Tudor paintings and two prayer books inscribed and signed by Anne Boleyn herself.

The stunning award-winning gardens include the Italian Garden with its 38 acre lake and the spectacular Loggia with is very own Trevi Fountain

Visitors can find out more about former owner William Waldorf Astor’s vision for his home as part of a new permanent exhibition on the ground floor of the Castle

A new painting of Hever’s Italian Garden by Winston Churchill is on display in the Inner Hall and visitors can also find out about visits from The Times staff and the Second World War effort in the nearby Moat Room.

Visitors can also find out more about Anne Boleyn and Catherine of Aragon as part of Catherine and Anne: Queens, Rivals, Mothers’ (on in the Castle until November 2023)

Exhibits on display as part of the exhibition include a previously unexhibited panel portrait of Catherine of Aragon and replicas of the coronation robes and crown of Elizabeth I and Mary I which may also have been used by Anne and Catherine at their coronations.

Fo r a full list o f even ts go to hevercastle.co.uk

Lyveden

Cared for by the National Trust, Lyveden is a Grade 1 listed Park and Garden near Oundle Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age Begun by Sir Thomas Tresham to symbolise his Catholic faith, Lyveden remains incomplete and virtually unaltered since work stopped on his death in 1605 with the local community

The full extent of Sir Thomas's symbolic design remains unexplained to this day The site also includes a café, archaeological garden, and second-hand bookshop They offer guided tours for groups at a cost of £2 00 a head,

Whole Property

Ticket type Gift aid

Standard

Adult £9 90 £9 00

Child £5.00 £4.50

Family £24 80 £22 50

Family One Adult £14.90 £13.50

Group (15+)£8 10

There are tranquil moats, viewing terraces and an Elizabethan orchard to explore, as well as an enigmatic garden lodge covered in religious symbols Visit the Manor and learn more about the history of Lyveden, and their temporary exhibition space houses changing exhibitions co-curated

For more information, please visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ly veden

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Immerse yourself in Scotland’s history as you experience the Crowning Place of Scottish Kings Stand on the Moot Hill, where the Kings of Scots were crowned on the famous Stone of Scone

Explore our magnificent and extensive grounds which feature the Victorian pinetum, plant hunters pavilion, kitchen garden, Murray star maze and walled garden development

Browse around Food and Gift Shops where you will find a wealth of fine Scottish products together with home - made produce Enjoy delicious refreshments in our Co ee Shop

Exciting events programme throughout the season including the International Ceramic Art Festival, Potfest, Halloween with the Spirits of Scone and various Music Festivals

Explore our grounds and gardens with our Head Gardener, Brian Cunningham who regularly features on BBC Beechgrove Garden

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