Historic Houses

Some of the most exquisite and intriguing historic houses in England are scattered across the South East. From the Indian-style confection of Brighton Pavilion in East Sussex to the grace of 17th century Cliveden in Berkshire, the region’s many stately homes are steeped in rich social and architectural history.

There are many other historic houses in England that the South East can boast of including Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire.  Built in the late 1800's by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild, today it is home one of the most exceptional collections of French 18th century decorative arts and English portraits in the world

Palatial Goodwood House in West Sussex has a world-class horse racing track, a motor racing circuit and a large private art collection. Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire was famous as a WWII code-breaking centre and now houses a superb museum, while the gigantic baroque pile of Blenheim Palace is one of the most architecturally elaborate historic houses in England.

More of the most historic houses in England which are located across the South East include Polesden Lacey in Surrey, Bateman’s in East Sussex, Basildon Park in Berkshire and Chartwell in Kent plus many more!