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Historic Houses in Herefordshire

Berrington Hall Location map Leominster, Herefordshire A neo-classical mansion built to a design by Henry Holland, set in superb gardens by Capability Brown. The exterior of Berrington is restrained classical design, the interiors are stunningly ornate, with painted ceilings and an exceptionally fine entry staircase. Berrington is home to the Wade Costume Collection. Leominster, Herefordshire, England, HR6 0DW Location: 3 miles north of Leominster off the A49 Website: Berrington Hall Email: berrington@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01568 615 721 Fax: 01568 613 263 National Trust Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Details of Berrington Hall - Photos of Berrington Hall

Croft Castle Location map Yarpole, Herefordshire A lovely late 16th or early 17th century stately home built on the remains of a 14th century medieval castle. The medieval fortress was destroyed by Parliamentary troops in 1645, but the rectangular house survived. Croft Castle stands two stories high, and is constructed of stone and bricks mixed, with corner turrets looking down on an inner courtyard. nr Leominster, Yarpole, Herefordshire, England, HR6 9PW Location: Parkland open all year, castle open seasonally. See National Trust website for current details. Website: Croft Castle Email: croftcastle@nationaltrust.org.uk National Trust Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express

Eastnor Castle Location map Ledbury, Herefordshire A grand mock castle begun in 1811 by the 2nd Lord Somers (later Earl Somers) to provide a home more suited to his elevated status as a peer of the realm. The interior furnishings are sumptuous, befitting the amazing decor. Eastnor is remarkable, if only to wonder at the ego that would demand its erection! Eastnor, Ledbury, Herefordshire, England, HR8 1RL Website: Eastnor Castle Email: enquiries@eastnorcastle.com Phone: +44 (0)1531 633160 Fax: +44 (0)1531 631776 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Details of Eastnor Castle

Hellens Manor Location map Much Marcle, Herefordshire Largely Jacobean manor house with earlier origins. Claiming ghosts (of course), relics of Anne Boleyn, a room prepared for a potential visit by Mary Tudor, portraits, lovely gardens with a labyrinth, knot garden, dovecote and pond. Visual display for disabled visitors. Much Marcle, Herefordshire, England, HR8 2LY Website: Hellens Manor Email: info@hellensmanor.com Phone: 01531 660 504 Photo Credit: Philip Halling, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence

Sufton Court Location map Mordiford, Herefordshire An attractive late 18th century neo-classical manor house built by James Wyatt for James Hereford. The Hereford family owned the Mordiford estate since 1140, so the current manor is just the latest in a long line of family homes here. Wyatt was also responsible for the interior decoration, including the lovely Drawing Room. Within the house are displays of fine china and watercolour paintings. Mordiford, Herefordshire, England, HR1 4LU Phone: 01432 870268 Historic Houses Association Photo Credit: Philip Pankhurst, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence

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