Hidden England - Historical Houses and Castles
Belton House - One of the finest restoration houses in the country, built between 1685 & 1688. With stunning interiors containing exceptional fine plasterwork and wood carvings all set in 35 Aces of formal gardens, and over 1000 Acres of landscaped park, with gift shop and Licensed stable restaurant. (40 Miles - 1 hour from site)
Belvoir Castle - The family home of the Duke and duchess of Rutland. The Castle offers breathtaking views over the Vale of Belvoir and costumed Gardens. (46 Miles - 1 hour 20 mins from site)
Burghley - is one of the largest and grandest houses of the first Elizabethan age, and has been home fo the Cecil Family for over 400 years. A visit to Burghley will bring back memories of the films Pride & Prejudice, de Vinci Code and the Burghley Horse trials. (44 Miles - 1 hour 15mins from site)
Grimsthorpe Castle - Built for the visit by Henry VIII in 1541. The imposing castle amongst the rolling Lincolnshire countryside surrounded by formal gardens extensive forest and 50 Acre Lake. (37 Miles - 1 hour from site)
Rockingham Castle - Stands on the dege of an escarpment giving dramatic views over five counties and the Welland Valley. Built by William the conqueror, thecastle was a royal residence for over 450 years. (60 Miles - 1 hour 40Mins from site)
Full details can be found on www.hiddenengland.org
