Athelhampton House is one of England’s finest and most authentic medieval manor houses, dating from 1485 with stunning Tudor architecture, period interiors, and magnificent formal gardens. This Grade I listed manor features the Great Hall with original oak roof, screens passage, minstrels’ gallery, and oriel window – exemplary Tudor domestic architecture. The house contains fine furniture, portraits, tapestries, and historical artifacts spanning centuries. The Great Chamber, State Bedroom, and Long Gallery showcase Tudor and later periods. The 20-acre gardens are nationally renowned, featuring eight distinct garden rooms divided by yew hedges, walls, and water features. Highlights include the stunning corona fountain, topiary pyramids, medieval fishponds, walled garden, dovecote, and River Piddle flowing through. The gardens demonstrate classic English formal garden design with romantic planting. Peacocks strut across lawns adding visual spectacle. Regular events include outdoor theater, craft fairs, and garden tours. Athelhampton offers complete medieval manor experience combining architecture, interiors, and gardens of exceptional quality.
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