St Michael's Mount
Marazion
Island home to a medieval castle, reached by causeway, with Norman church and sub-tropical gardens.
Warwick Castle
Warwick
packed with over 1000 years of history and set in splendid grounds, there is plenty to see and do including State Rooms, dungeons and falconry
Lanhydrock House & Garden
Lanhydrock
magnificent late Victorian country house, with the feel of a wealthy but unpretentious family home, including a rare book collection
Chiswick House & Gardens
London W4
a fine Georgian villa designed by William Kent with a rich collection of Old Master Paintings and fine furniture. Free entry to the 65 acres of Grade I listed gardens with grand vistas, architectural delights, water features and a children's play area
Weald & Downland Living Museum
Chichester
rescuing and conserving historic buildings, teaching traditional trades and crafts to ensure their preservation and sharing the untold stories of rural life
Alnwick Castle
Alnwick
dating back to the fourteenth century and closely associated with many historical events. Now best known as one of the locations for the Harry Potter films
Beckford's Tower
Bath
designed in 1825 and completed in 1827 for William Beckford. The 120 foot tower, has uninterrupted views of the countryside, and was was constructed as a study retreat and to house Beckford's precious collection of art and rare books
Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
a wealth of architectural history, with buildings dating from the 14C and a superb 30-acre garden famed for its rhododendrons and unique quarry garden
displaying exhibitions of contemporary and historic art in the spacious Saloon Galleries. The gardens are experiencing a renaissance with new planting schemes, enhancing the herbaceous borders
Cragside
Rothbury
the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity crammed full of ingenious gadgets – most of them still working and with one of the largest rock gardens in Europe
Croome
Worcester
a secret, wartime airbase now a museum and visitor centre, restored parkland great for walking and with the 18th Century mansion at its centre
Dudmaston
Quatt
stretching across 3,000 acres of ancient woodland, steeped in history, but with delightful contrasts from the picturesque dingle to the remarkable pieces by Moore and Matisse
Ham House & Garden
Richmond-upon-Thames
Beautifully situated on the banks of the Thames. Step back in time, walking on the original marble floors and admiring the re-imagined 17th Century garden
a lovely 18th Century house with an unusual drawing room pained by Rex Whistler, a permanent 20th Century art collection and magnificent gardens
Mount Edgcumbe
Cremyll
historic house and grade 1 Cornish gardens with the national camellia collection within 865 acre park on Rame Peninsula
Nostell
Wakefield
with a world class collection of furniture, textiles and wallpaper and priceless paintings inside and room to explore outside - including cycle trails -
Osborne House
East Cowes
Queen Victoria's palatial holiday home offering a treasured insight with a visit to the private apartments and the Swiss Cottage where the children played
Osterley Park & House
Isleworth
a suburban palace caught between town and country with a lake, magnificent house, elegant gardens and a natural play trail with rope swings and steppingstones
Sandringham
Sandringham
the much loved country retreat of HM Queen Elizabeth ll. Explore objets d'art collected by the Royal family, or browse the classic cars in the Transport Museum
Arley Hall & Gardens
Northwich
a place of enormous character, charm and interest. Visitors are frequently struck by the warm and intimate atmosphere and the feeling that Arley is a much-cherished family home with beautiful landscaped gardens
Bowood
Calne
this beautiful stately home houses a vast collection of antiquities, chapel, library, sculpture gallery, laboratory, costumes, adventure playground & beautiful woodland gardens
Buckland Abbey
Yelverton
once the home to Sir Francis Drake with contemporary furnishings and artefacts, an impressive medieval Great Barn and extensive gardens
Coleton Fishacre House & Garden
Kingswear
holiday home of the D'Oyly Carte family built in the Arts & Crafts style with a joyful atmosphere enhanced by music and a 30 acre garden
Compton Verney
Warwick
set in classical parkland landscaped by Capability Brown, now with an adventure playground, this period mansion is also a world class art gallery
Fountains Abbey
Ripon
founded in the twelfth century, these magnificent ruins echo with centuries old stories. Wonderful walking with ancient tree avenues and a playful water garden
Jane Austen's House
Alton
where Jane Austen lived and wrote some of her finest work with letters, memorabilia, illustrated books and other contemporary artefacts
Killerton House & Gardens
Broadclyst
set in over 6000 acres of woodland, a welcoming Georgian house, holding the National Trust's largest fashion collection with interactive displays
Knighthayes Court
Bolham
the Gothic Revival house is surrounded by gardens which are a masterpiece of architectural planting, home to one of the most outstanding botanical collections in the country
Overbeck's
Sharpitor
with spectacular river and sea views, this Edwardian house boasts a rare collections of exotic plants. Generations of children return to hunt for Fred the ghost
Powderham Castle
Kenton
set in a picturesque location surrounded by a deer park with family heirlooms in the castle and extensive grounds to explore
Rievaulx Terrace
Kirkbymoorside
grand and tranquil historic house with an impressive ionic temple, a woodland play area and outdoor games for children. Picnics welcome
Saltram House
Plympton
a magnificent Georgian house which has been a family home for nearly 300 years with extensive grounds with year round interest
Tintagel Castle
Tintagel
immerse yourself in history, myths and stunning scenery at Tintagel Castle set high on Cornwall's rugged north coast. Inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur
Washington Old Hall
Washington
medieval Manor House which was the ancestral home of George Washington, with a tranquil garden and a 'nuttery' - a haven for wildlife
Adlington Hall
Macclesfield
the rooms all display original furniture alongside paintings and portraits that bring to life the story of the house and its occupants including an important 17th Century, played by Handel. Explore the extensive gardens and challenging maze
intimate Regency mansion with many treasures, Victorian garden and a Carriage Museum showcasing vehicles for every occasion
Attingham Park
Shrewsbury
surrounded by a beautiful landscaped deer park, this elegant country house has had its fortunes rise and fall; this is still visible in the building today
Bradley Manor
Newton Abbot
medieval manor house - still a family home - set in riverside meadows & woodland - unspoilt & relaxing -
Canons Ashby
Daventry
ancient and peaceful, this tranquil Tudor manor house is far from today's busy lifestyle and is surrounded by rare terraced gardens
Holkham
Holkham
an elegant Palladian stately home, with a magnificent walled garden, extensive parkland with cycle routes and children's play areas
Hughenden Manor
High Wycombe
country home of Benjamin Disraeli, housing a fascinating collection of his memorabilia. Also Second World War rooms, with interactive exhibits and eye-witness accounts
Jarrow Hall
Jarrow
set across 11 acres, the visitor can discover the incredible world of Anglo-Saxon Northumbria and the extraordinary life of Bede - the father of English history with plenty of interactive displays and a rare breed farm with rescued animals
Muncaster Castle
Muncaster
this stately home spans the centuries with a colourful history and reputed ghost. There is also a Hawk & Owl Centre with a wide range of birds
Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre
Lizard Point
the most southerly point on mainland Britain this 250 year old working lighthouse offers interactive displays
Appuldurcombe House
Ventnor
11 acres if gardens landscaped by Capability Brown. The history of the ruined 18th Century house is depicted in the Gate House Museum
Bembridge Windmill
Bembridge
containing much of the original machinery from the 1700s', this is the only remaining windmill on the Island. Spectacular views to be had from the cap
Bolton Abbey
Skipton
with over 80 miles of riverside, woodland and moorland paths, medieval buildings, picnic areas, tearooms and restaurants, gift shops and fabulous scenery there is something for everyone
Restormel Castle
Lostwithiel
commanding fantastic views, these ruins are in remarkably good condition. Picnics welcome
St Catherine's Castle
Fowey
sits atop a rocky promontory, remains of an artillery fort built by Henry VIII to defend Fowey Harbour. Access via a narrow winding foot path