Secrets Of Britain's Historic Houses

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Secrets Of Britain's Historic Houses

In this episode, we explore two historic mansions near London. Cliveden House in Berkshire, once owned by Nancy Astor, is famed for grand parties and political history. The National Trust restores its portrait of Astor and preserves statues in the gardens. At Polesden Lacey, Mar...

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In this episode, we explore two unique houses built by unconventional individuals. A La Ronde, a 16-sided house on the Devon coast, was built in the 18th century. It features a Shell Gallery needing restoration. Sixty miles away, Kingston Lacy, once home to art collector William Bankes, holds a 2,000-year-old Egyptian obel...
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