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Historic Houses in Warwickshire

Here you will find stately homes and other fine residences. You might also enjoy our list of historic buildings, such as half-timbered houses, guildhalls, medieval schools, etc.

Baddesley Clinton   Moated manor of brick, stone, and half-timber construction, built around a small courtyard garden. Origins in the 13th century; the present house is largely Elizabethan. Not one but two hiding holes for priests (they were apparently needed, and in dramatic circumstances). Rising Lane, Knowle Baddesley Clinton, Solihull, Warwickshire, England, B93 0DQ Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 5 m SE Solihull, off A4141 Website: Baddesley Clinton Email: baddesleyclinton@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01564 783 294 Fax: 01564 782 706 National Trust Location map Details of Baddesley Clinton OS SP199 715 Heritage Highlight: Secret chambers for hiding priests Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Charlecote Park   Charlecote Park has been the home of the Lucy family since the 13th century. It is a magnificent Tudor mansion built by Sir Thomas Lucy on a level site beside the River Avon, on the foundations of an even earlier medieval house. Charlecote Park is approached through a long path that leads under an impressive Tudor brick gatehouse. Behind the house is a small formal garden terrace, beyond which is a large deerpark designed by Capability Brown, where a herd of deer still roam. Charlecote, Warwickshire, England, CV35 9ER Attraction Type: Historic House Website: Charlecote Park Email: charlecotepark@nationaltrust.org.uk National Trust Location map OS SP263562 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Coughton Court   A lovely Tudor house, home of the Throckmorton family since 1409. Coughton features a half-timbered courtyard, an impressive gatehouse, and no less than two churches. The Throckmortons were heavily involved in the Gunpowder Plot, and a compelling exhibit in the house outlines the story of the plot and its impact on the family. Throckmorton Estates, Coughton Court Alcester, Warwickshire, England, B49 5JA Attraction Type: Historic House Location: On the A435 2 miles north of Alcester Website: Coughton Court Email: coughtoncourt@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01789 762 435 Fax: 01789 765 544. National Trust Location map Details of Coughton Court - Photos of Coughton Court OS SP080 604 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Packwood House    A lovely Tudor mansion famous for its topiary garden. Packwood House has its origins in the 15th century, but it is the major rebuilding of 1556-60 that we see today. The core of the house is a two-storey high square block. To this was added a 17th century long, low wing, forming an L shape. Packwood Lane, Lapworth, Warwickshire, England, B94 6AT Attraction Type: Historic House Website: Packwood House Email: packwood@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01564 783294 National Trust Location map OS SP173722 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Ragley Hall   Begun in 1680 by Robert Hooke, with later contributions by James Wyatt and James Gibbs. The interior is largely Rococo, with notable Chippendale mirrors, and a Great Hall in Baroque style. Alcester, Warwickshire, England, B49 5NJ Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 2 m SW Alcester, on A435 Website: Ragley Hall Email: ragley@ragleyhall.com Phone: 01789 762 090 Fax: 01789 762 091 Location map Details of Ragley Hall OS SP073 555 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Stoneleigh Abbey    Stoneleigh Abbey is a magnificent stately home that grew out of the remains of a 12th century abbey. The story of Stoneleigh goes back to 1154, when Henry II granted land here to a group of Cistercian monks. The monks began building Stoneleigh Abbey in 1155, and lived here until the abbey was dissolved by Henry VIII in 1535. Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England, CV8 2LF Attraction Type: Historic House Location: On the B4115. Discount to English Heritage members. Seasonal opepening, usually Good Friday to the end of October, but check first. Jane Austen tours twice weekly. Website: Stoneleigh Abbey Location map OS SP320712 Heritage Highlight: Magnificent 18th century saloon with plasterwork ceiling Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Upton House   A 17th century house acting as the showpiece setting for a spectacular collection of paintings and ceramics, with works by Breughel, El Greco, and Holbein. Of particular note are the beautiful terraced gardens, leading down to a pool. Banbury, Warwickshire, England, OX15 6HT Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 7 m NW Banbury, on A422 Website: Upton House Email: uptonhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk Phone: 01295 670 266 Fax: 01295 671 144 National Trust Location map Details of Upton House - Photos of Upton House OS SP371 461 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts