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Historic Houses Downpatrick
Historic Houses in or near Downpatrick, such as Manx National Heritage and Broughton House & Garden are listed below. The county town of Downpatrick has a beautiful 19th century gothic cathedral built on the Hill of Down. The Arts Centre houses a variety of exhibitions and is a popular venue for music events. Visit the Down County Museum with its fascinating displays depicting local life in the past.
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Manx National Heritage
Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Douglas 50.2 miles away
At Manx National Heritage, enjoy 10,000 years of the Isle of Man´s often turbulent history brought to life in an imaginative and thought-provoking way through the Story of Mann, which starts at the award-winning Manx Museum in Douglas and takes on a... more
Broughton House & Garden
12 High Street, Kirkcudbright 75.2 miles away
Broughton House is an 18th century town house of the Murrays of Broughton and Cally. Bought in 1901 by E A Hornel, renowned artist, and became his home and studio. The House still contains many of Hornel´s works and paintings by other artists. On... more
Culzean Castle & Country Park
Maybole 80.0 miles away
Culzean Castle, converted by Robert Adam from a fortified tower house into an elegant residence for David Kennedy, 10th Earl of Cassillis, between 1777 and 1792. It is on a cliff overlooking the estuary of the river Clyde. An exhibition shows the... more
Blairquhan Castle
Straiton, Maybole 82.1 miles away
Blairquhan Castle was built for Sir David Hunter Blair, 3rd Baronet in 1821-24 by William Burn. This magnificent regency castellated mansion, home of the Hunter Blair family, is approached a 3 mile drive beside the River Girvan. Outdoor attractions... more
Brodick Castle
Brodick, Isle of Arran 90.4 miles away
Brodick Castle, the site of this ancient seat of the Dukes of Hamilton which was a fortress even in Viking times. The 13th century fortified tower was developed in the 16th century and extended by Cromwell in the 17th century. The entrance hall and... more
Muncaster Castle
Ravenglass 93.6 miles away
Muncaster Castle, home of the Pennington family since 1208, is probably built on Roman foundations. Anthony Salvin remodelled the Castle in the 1860s. The Great Hall is filled with paintings and heraldic windows, and the Octagonal Library rises to a... more
Plas Newydd
Plas Newydd, Llanfairpwllgwngyll 97.9 miles away
Plas Newydd is an impressive 18th century house by James Wyatt which is famous for housing Rex Whistler´s largest painting and an exhibition about his work. The interior is a mix of classical and Gothic and was restyled in the 1930s. There is also a... more
Penrhyn Castle
Bangor 99.3 miles away
Penrhyn Castle is a massive 19th century neo-Norman castle, built for the wealthy Pennant family. It is crammed with fascinating things including a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria. It houses one of the best art collections in Wales,... more
Drumlanrig Castle, Gardens & Country Park
Thornhill 100.5 miles away
Drumlanrig Castle, the Dumfriesshire home of the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry KT, was built between 1679 and 1691 by William Douglas, 1st Duke of Queensberry. Local pink sandstone was used in its construction and it is built around a courtyard... more
Mount Stuart
Isle of Bute 105.4 miles away
For a rewarding day out, enjoy the sumptuous surroundings at Mount Stuart, Isle of Bute. One of the finest Visitor Attractions on the West Coast and with an interior that has been described as jaw-droppingly spectacular, Mount Stuart is the... more
Kelburn Castle
Fairlie, Largs 105.6 miles away
Kelburn Castle is the home of the Earls of Glasgow, probably the oldest castle in Scotland to have been continuously inhabited by the same family. The Boyle family, originally de Boyville, came from Normandy with William the Conqueror and settled at... more
Holker Hall & Gardens
Cark-in-Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands 110.0 miles away
Holker Hall: This beautiful Victorian House, with it's 24 acres of formal and woodland gardens and 125 acres of deer park, is one of the treasures of the stunning South Lakes area. The warm 'lived in' atmosphere of the Hall continues to charm... more
Blackwell - The Arts & Crafts House
Bowness-on-Windermere 112.0 miles away
Blackwell The Arts & Crafts House, designed by M H Baille Scott, is one of Britain's finest and most important houses. Overlooking Lake Windermere it houses fine examples of furniture, decorative arts, stained glass and carved oak and iron work.... more
Lytham Hall
Ballam Road, Lytham St Annes 117.6 miles away
Lytham Hall is a Grade I listed manor and is widely believed to be the finest Georgian house in the North West of England. The present House was designed by John Carr of York and the Main Hall displays his work at its best.... more
Pollok House
2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow 117.8 miles away
Pollok House is set in the grounds of Pollok Park, home to the Maxwell family for over 600 years. The present house, (c.1750) replaced three earlier structures and was extended in 1890. The house contains an internationally important collection of... more
Sizergh Castle and Garden
Sizergh, Kendal 118.1 miles away
The medieval Sizergh Castle has been the home of the Strickland family for over 750 years. The 14th century tower was extended in Tudor times. It has an exceptional series of oak-panelled interiors with intricately carved chimneypieces and early oak... more
Dalemain Historic House & Garden
Penrith 118.2 miles away
The medieval Tudor and Georgian Dalemain Historic House has been home to the Hasell family since 1679 with an interior that has not changed since the 18th century. The entrance hall has a shallow staircase made of local oak, and collections of china,... more
Leighton Hall
Carnforth 118.4 miles away
Award winning Leighton Hall is the lived-in house of the famous furniture making Gillow dynasty. A visit to Leighton is an opportunity to unravel the fascinating past of this ancient, Lancashire family and wander through the spectacular grounds and... more
Hutton-In-The-Forest
Penrith 118.4 miles away
The historic house at Hutton-In-The-Forest is based on a medieval pele tower, with substantial additions in 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Entrance is through the medieval Stone Hall, hung with a variety of weapons. The new hall has a Cupid... more
Levens Hall
Kendal 118.8 miles away
Levens Hall is an Elizabethan mansion, built around a 13th century Pele tower, converted into a gentleman´s residence and home of the Bagot family, containing fine panelling, plasterwork and period furniture. Also paintings by Rubens, Lely and Cuyp... more
The Hill House
Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh 123.3 miles away
The Hill House is one of the finest of Charles Rennie Mackintosh´s domestic creations, sitting high above the Clyde commanding fine views of the river estuary. It was commissioned in 1902 by Walter Blackie, who wanted an individual house and garden.... more
Rufford Old Hall
Rufford, Ormskirk 125.7 miles away
Rufford Old Hall is one of Lancashire´s finest 16th century buildings, famed for its Great Hall with an intricately carved moveable wooden screen and dramatic hammerbeam roof. On display are a collection of arms and armour from various European... more
Sudley House
Mossley Hill Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool 129.8 miles away
Sudley House is the former home of Victorian ship builder George Holt, housing his personal collection of 18th and 19th century British art, and still in its original setting. A charming gallery displays works by Turner, Gainsborough, Lord Leighton... more
Hoghton Tower
Hoghton, Preston 132.6 miles away
Hoghton Tower is quite simply unique, the perfect location for an eventful day or evening out. Enjoy the magnificent views from the ramparts or discover the trail around the gardens. One of the finest Renaissance buildings in England including State... more
Speke Hall, Garden and Estate
The Walk, Liverpool 132.8 miles away
Speke Hall is a half-timbered house with a moat dating from 16th century, with the inside spanning many periods. The Great Hall and priest hole are Tudor while the Oak Parlour and smaller rooms are Victorian. This rambling house has an interesting... more
Inveraray Castle & Garden
Argyll Estates Office, Cherry Park, Inveraray 134.5 miles away
Inveraray Castle was erected between 1745 and 1785 to replace an earlier traditional fortified keep. It was designed by Roger Morris and decorated by Robert Mylne. On display are the famous Armoury Collection, French Tapestries that were made... more
Traquair House
Innerleithen 138.4 miles away
Traquair House, originally a castle owned by the Kings of Scotland, later became the home of the Earls of Traquair whose descendants still live there. It is where Alexander I signed a charter over 800 years ago, and the `modern wings´ were completed... more
Callendar House
Callendar Estate, Falkirk 139.2 miles away
Situated amidst magnificent park and woodland,Callendar House tells stories spanning 600 years of Scottish history. Through wars, rebellions and the industrial revolution, the house has played host to many great historical figures over the... more
Bowhill House & Country Estate
Bowhill, Selkirk 140.5 miles away
Bowhill House is the Scottish Borders home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch, dating from 1812, set in magnificent scenery. Outstanding collections of art, silverware, porcelain and French furniture. Historic relics include Monmouth´s saddle and... more
Gawthorpe Hall
Padiham, Burnley 141.9 miles away
Gawthorpe Hall was built in the early 17th century for Sir Richard Shuttleworth although the family owned the estate for 200 years before. Much of the original plasterwork remains and the long gallery is hung with early 17th century portraits. Many... more
Chirk Castle
Chirk, Wrexham 142.5 miles away
Chirk Castle is the only Edwardian fortress in North Wales to have been continuously occupied since it was built in the 14th century. The elegant state rooms house elaborate plasterwork, Adam-style furniture, tapestries and portraits, and a... more
House of the Binns
Linlithgow 144.5 miles away
The House of the Binns is the historic home of the Dalyells family, among them General Tam Dalyell who raised the Royal Scots Greys here in 1681. Four of the main rooms have important moulded ceilings, some of the earliest examples in Scotland. The... more
Royal Burgh of Culross
Culross 145.8 miles away
Culross Palace was built for Sir George Bruce between 1597 and 1611 and has original interiors with painted woodwork. On display are 17th and 18th century furniture, decorative items and a fine collection of Staffordshire and Scottish pottery. The... more
Hopetoun House
South Queensferry 146.4 miles away
Hopetoun House `Scotland´s Finest Stately Home´ is situated 12 miles from the centre of Edinburgh and is a splendid example of the work of Scottish architects Sir William Bruce and William Adam. Enjoy exploring the stunning original interiors that... more
Arley Hall & Gardens
Arley, Northwich 146.8 miles away
Arley Hall is one of the most interesting and attractive stateley homes in the North West. The elaborate ceilings and oak panelling, impressive fireplaces, intricate stained glass and beautiful contents are not the only features which make Arley Hall... more
Abbotsford
Melrose 147.0 miles away
The garden and landscape of Abbotsford are the creation of Sir Walter Scott, and were developed from scratch between 1811 and 1825. The landscape composition is outstanding in aesthetic, scenic and architectural terms and its association with Scott... more
Dunham Massey Hall, Park & Garden
The National Trust, Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham 148.1 miles away
Dunham Massey Hall was originally an early Georgian house, which was extensively re-worked in the early 20th century. The result is one of the most sumptuous Edwardian interiors housing exceptional collections that include Huguenot silver, paintings... more
Heaton Hall
Heaton Park, Prestwich, Manchester 149.1 miles away
Heaton Hall is a Grade 1 listed 18th century country house set in the middle of Heaton Park. The principal rooms have been gradually restored with appropriate furnishings.... more
Dalmeny House
South Queensferry 149.2 miles away
Dalmeny House, one of the first Tudor-revival houses to be built in Scotland, has been the family home of the Earls of Rosebury for over 300 years. It houses part of the Rothschild collection of 18th century French furniture, Goya tapestries,... more
Tatton Park
Knutsford 150.3 miles away
One of the most complete historic estates, Tatton Park was rebuilt in the late 18th century by Samuel Wyatt. The collections include family portraits, paintings, books, china, glass, silver and Egerton furniture specially commissioned from Gillow.... more
Tabley House Collection
Tabley House, Tabley Lane, Knutsford 150.4 miles away
Tabley House is the finest Palladian house in the North West designed by John Carr of York. It is home to one of the first collections of English paintings, including works by Turner, Reynolds, Lawrence and Lely. It also has a fine collection of... more
Skipton Castle
Skipton 150.6 miles away
Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and well preserved medieval castles in England, and withstood a three year siege by the Roundheads during the Civil War. Oliver Cromwell ordered the roofs to be removed in 1645, but these were allowed to be... more
The Georgian House
7 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh 150.7 miles away
The Georgian House is part of Robert Adam´s masterpiece of urban design, Charlotte Square. It dates from 1796, when those who could afford it began to escape the cramped, squalid conditions of Edinburgh´s Old Town to settle in the fashionable New... more
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh 150.9 miles away
Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It boasts a magnificent Great Hall, with an ornate ceiling and fine collection of weapons, plus... more
Thirlestane Castle
Lauder 153.4 miles away
Thirlestane Castle is one of the oldest and finest castles in Scotland and holds a uniquely important place in Scottish History. The castle has its origins in the 13th century. It was rebuilt as the Maitland family home in 1590 and greatly enhanced... more
Newhailes
Newhailes Road, Musselburgh 153.6 miles away
Newhailes is a fine late 17th century house with impressive 18th century additions. The house was built in 1686 and bought by Sir David Dalrymple, of the legal and political dynasty. He was responsible for the addition of one of the most important... more
Powis Castle & Garden
Welshpool 155.0 miles away
Powis Castle is built on a high rock overlooking the garden terraces and has been the home of the Earls of Powis for many generations. There is a wealth of fine paintings and furniture, one of the finest collections in Wales. The sister of the 2nd... more
Mellerstain House
Gordon 156.0 miles away
Mellerstain House, one of Scotland's finest stately homes and family residence of the 13th Earl of Haddington ,is a unique example of William and Robert Adam design. With stunning interiors throughout, Mellerstain holds a treasure of paintings,... more
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