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With its domed corner towers, this is one of the finest Palladian-style houses in England, built and furnished between 1722 and 1735 for Robert Walpole, first Prime Minister, to designs by Colen Campbell and Thomas Ripley, with interior decoration by William Kent. Its sumptuous Stone Hall, Marble Parlour, Cabinet Room and Salon are just some of the parade of state rooms, all lavishly endowed with pictures, statuary and fine furniture. There is also the Marquess of Cholomondeley's collection of 20,000 model soldiers and militaria.
Features: Vast park laid out by Bridgeman. Restored walled garden.
Winner of the HHA/Christie's Garden of the Year Award 2007
Easter Sunday 24th April - Thursday 29h September
Wednesdays, Thursday, Sundays, Bank Holiday Mondays 11.30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m.
House: 1.30 - 5.00 p.m. (last admission 4.30 p.m.)
Please contact the property for up to date opening times
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