Built in the 1730s and acquired in the mid-19th century by the King-Wilkinson family, whose conservative landownership ensured that Slaidburn retains its uniformly 'unspoilt' appearence, Townhead was last occupied in 1939. The 14-bedroom, Grade II* Listed Georgian mansion was featured in the national press in 2008, as being for sale for the 'bargain' price of £700,000, equivalent to a 2-bed flat in Manchester. The slight hitch was that it is on the 'Buildings At Risk Register' and requires at least £1 million of sympathetic renovation (in addition to £11,080 already spent by English Heritage). The expected value of the result would be £2 million, but though a buyer was found, the Register still reports the condition to be 'poor' and "slowly decaying; solution agreed but not yet implemented". My visits to Bowland are starting to overlap: I followed the the pale farm track and footpath across the bracken-covered lower slope of Dunsop Fell only a fortnight ago, crossing to Whitendale. Similarly, the road in the foreground is The Skaithe, leading towards Bentham over the Cross Of Greet road, another of my regular cycle routes across the Bowland Fells. Better On Black?
Another royal residence comes in at number two...
Photographer Chris Moore has seen some spectacles in his time. Here, he tells us the most outrageous moments he captured.
Beinn Fhada Any one wanting to stay here you can hers a link . www.heisgeir.co.uk/
The Hall and the Lake - a magical vista.
Skara Brae is a large stone-built Neolithic settlement, located on the Bay of Skaill on the west coast of Mainland, Orkney, Scotland. It consists of ten clustered houses, and was occupied from roughly 3180 BC–2500 BC. It is Europe's most complete Neolithic village and the level of preservation is such that it has gained UNESCO World Heritage Site status and been called the "Scottish Pompeii". To view my blog from day five of my Scotland holiday. Click the link below. ynysforganjack.wordpress.com/2010/06/08/scotland-holiday-...
1. Castle Ashby Orangery Built in 1872 near Northampton, UK. Photos via here and here. Visit the Castle Ashby Gardens website here. 2. Iconic French Art Nouveau house to Reopen to Public Villa Majorelle, the famed Art Nouveau residence in Nancy, France, will
These are the most beautiful places in the UK. From cities to landscapes, islands to coasts, they'll make you fall in love with the country.
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These secret London walks are some of the best hidden walks in the UK capital. They'll show you an undiscovered side of London you'll love.
The Water Terrace at Blenheim Palace.
Harewood House - robin denton Designed by the architects John Carr and Robert Adam, Harewood House was built from 1759 to 1771 for wealthy trader Edwin Lascelles, 1st Baron Harewood. Still home to...
In an extract from 'Jacques Grange: Recent Work' by Pierre Passebon, we take a look around the magnificent Villa Mabrouka in Tangier, once the home of Yves Saint Laurent.
Top Things To Do In Edinburgh – A detailed guide on the 30 best places to visit in Edinburgh including where to eat & drink, activities and accommodation recommendations.
Consider Scotland, if just for a moment, and it’s more than likely you’ll conjure up images of the Loch Ness Monster, tartan kilted Highlanders, blaring bagpipes, magnificent scenery, shaggy Highland ... Read more
Windsor Castle seen from the Long Walk in Windsor Great Park, February 18 Windsor, England. Prince Charles will marry Camilla Parker-Bowles in a civil ceremony at the Guildhall in Windsor on April 8,...
Being only a short train or car ride from London, Oxford, UK is the perfect day trip if you’re looking to escape from the big city, explore some history and have plenty to see and do, especially if you’re on a budget. This Oxford Day Trip Itinerary has everything you need for a day trip, in
Bezoek deze prachtige kastelen in Europa en waan je terug in de tijd. Bewonder de architectuur of laat je informeren over de geschiedenis: genoeg te doen!
spectacular castles, palaces, manor houses, fortresses and follies
classicalbritain: Charlecote Park, Warwickshire, England by TONY:
Name a long dead English gardener, asks PETER LEWIS. The answer can only be ‘Capability’ Brown. Who else is known to so many? He got the nickname from his habit of telling prospective clients that their grounds had ‘great capabilities’.
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We've picked our jaws off of the floor and come up with this list of 15 stunning places that look like they belong in a movie.
The best things to do in Rye, East Sussex. One of the best places to visit in South East England, seeped in history and cobblestone lanes.
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Existing light at 13 seconds around 11 pm. The church was pretty much black. I snuck in the back of the church while a meeting was going on. The light was from the full moon. More images and information about the photographer can be found at www.michaelearley.info
Take a break from the day and have a laugh with this fine selection of funny pics and memes.
These are my top picks for places to visit in the UK. From cities to towns, islands to villages, they offer a broad range of experiences.
The saloon, which is triple height with a 50-foot ceiling.
There's a lot to see and do in 1 day in Nottingham, from the castle to the Robin Hood statue and all the secret streets and tunnels.
Cragside is the country home of William George Armstrong, a 19th Century engineer who is responsible for a number of inventions and amassed great wealth as a builder of weapons and ships. Cragside was the first private home in the world to have electric lighting supplied by an hydraulic turbine generator and the system was designed by Armstrong. Armstrong also purchased Bamburgh castle late in his life and spent 1 million GBP in turning it into a convalescent home for "the right sort of people". And during the American Civil War, he sold arms to both sides. Since Lord Armstrong had no children, he left his empire to his nephew who proceeded to lose it all and go into debt in only 10 years! The up side is that he had no money to make any alterations to Cragside, so the house and contents are much as they were when Lord Armstrong and his wife lived there.
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Queen Elizabeth is one lucky lady that can say she resides in not one palace but several. Take a look at all her royal residences.
Source: FamilyBreakFinder.co.uk From Giggleswick to Dull the UK has many weird, silly, odd and rude place names, which you can see in the map above. The full list of places can be found below: Ae. Barton in the Beans. Beer. Besses o' th' Barn. Blubberhouses. Brawl. Botusfleming. Brokenwind...
Canon EOS 10d : 28mm 1/10 & 1.5" @ f8 The east window inside Ripon Cathedral - 2 shots taken at different exposures and then HDR treated My best ever photo yet??? I am certainly extremely pleased with it :-)
How to spend the perfect weekend break in Bath, England: Learn how to get from London to Bath, what to do in Bath & where to stay!
The Great Hall of Chatsworth House, Derbyshire
