Aston Hall

Aston Hall is one of Birmingham’s most treasured buildings. Redisplayed as part of the development project, Aston Hall boasts sumptuous interiors from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, including the magnificent Long Gallery…

Blakesley Hall

The timber-framed house was built in 1590 by Richard Smalbroke, a member of one of Birmingham’s leading merchant families. More than 400 years later, beautiful Blakesley is still a haven; secluded from the avenues of modern houses that lie beyond its gates. Admission charges apply to the Hall only. Gardens, grounds and visitor facilities are free to all vistors. There is free admission to the entire site on the first Sunday in every month during the open season…

Abbot Hall Art Gallery

Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King

Modern circular cathedral with spectacular glass by John Piper and numerous modern works of art. Extensive earlier crypt by Lutyens. Grade II* listed…

Borde Hill Garden

Award-winning heritage garden has enhanced colour and charm with new plantings throughout its distinctive ‘rooms’ including the Azalea Ring, Rose and Italian Gardens. Immense rare trees and shrubs inhabit the magical woodlands. With lakeside walks, and panoramic views, Borde Hill delights visitors and provides stunning backdrops for photography and film…

Bibury Court

Bibury Court is a Grade I listed Jacobean mansion, built on the site of a former Benedictine monastery. It dates from the late 16th Century, and was then extended in 1633 by Sir Thomas Sackville, the illegitimate son of the 1st Earl of Dorset who was ‘Knight and gentleman-usher in dailie waiting on the King’ (James I). Charles II is reputed to have visited the Court when he attended Bibury Races, as did the Prince Regent during the reign of George III…

The Dorothy Clive Garden

Stephen Lacey noted in The Garden under the title of ‘The Season Starts Here’ (RHS, March 2009); ‘This 4.8ha (12 acre) hillside garden displays an extensive and discerningly chosen collection of perennials and bulbs around handsome scree and waterfall features. Highlights include the Quarry Garden’s rhododendron and azalea collection’. The garden is quite simply a treasure trove for the plant enthusiast and a delightful discovery for the discerning garden visitor. Glorious, framed views to the surrounding countryside punctuate the garden at regular intervals; whilst a network of criss-crossing paths provide for a stimulating and fun walk…

Mulberry House

Ideally located near the M11 and M25 motorways, and on the A414 just outside Ongar, Mulberry House Hotel and Conference Centre is appreciated by many for its accessibility. Standing within 22 acres of landscaped grounds Mulberry House is also known for its tranquility and relaxed atmosphere, together with its facilities that create an ideal environment in which individuals, teams and businesses can focus on their work…

Rose in Vale Country House Hotel

The Rose in Vale Country House Hotel and the Valley Restaurant is said to have been built as a winter residence for Captain John Oates…

Soho House Museum

Soho House is closed for redevelopment and will open 30th June 2012…