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
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
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
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
Rievaulx Terrace
Kirkbymoorside
grand and tranquil historic house with an impressive ionic temple, a woodland play area and outdoor games for children. Picnics welcome
Burghley House
Stamford
a fine Elizabethan mansion refurbished in the 17th Century with extensive collections of paintings and objets d'art
Holkham
Holkham
an elegant Palladian stately home, with a magnificent walled garden, extensive parkland with cycle routes and children's play areas
Wray Castle
Low Wray
turreted Gothic revival mansion with church-like interiors and panoramic Lake District views with large, informal gardens