Top ten grandest stately homes in the UK 

 

Analysis by South Western Railway reveals the high 15 grandest homes throughout the UK and the South West. 

• Blenheim Palace tops the analysis as the grandest stately residence in the UK

• Hampton Court Palace has been awarded the grandest stately residence in the South West

• Rangers House in Blackheath, London, stands out as the most reasonably priced possibility, with entry beginning at £18.10 for an grownup and baby – £41.90 cheaper than Blenheim Palace

Whether you’re exploring the British countryside or a bustling metropolis, stately homes are by no means far-off. Britain’s grand homes are basking in the “Bridgerton effect” after the common Netflix sequence spiked curiosity in British heritage, resulting in a 49% year-on-year improve* in Google searches for ‘stately homes.’ These grand estates, with their picturesque gardens and wealthy interiors, supply a glimpse into Britain’s aristocratic previous. But with so many to select from, which of them are must-sees?

South Western Railway has uncovered the UK and South West’s grandest stately homes in the UK. The analysis analysed components equivalent to Google Reviews, month-to-month search volumes, tv appearances and pricing to award every residence a rating out of 100.

The 10 grandest stately homes in the UK

Rank	Place	Location	Number of 5 Star Reviews	Avg. month-to-month searches	Television Appearances	Cost of 1 grownup and 1 baby ticket	Overall rating/100
1	Blenheim Palace	Woodstock, Oxfordshire	9,362	60,500	71	£60.00	95
2	Hampton Court Palace	Molesey, Richmond upon Thames	16,800	74,000	19	£45.00	91.1
3	Chatsworth House	Bakewell, Derbyshire	14,700	74,000	20	£45.00	88.2
4	Burghley House	Stamford, Peterborough	3,430	201,000	15	£26.00	87.8
5	Montacute House	Montacute, South Somerset	2,632	135,000	3	£19.50	74.4
6	Rangers House	Blackheath, London	99	165,000	1	£18.10	73.8
7	Hatfield House	Hatfield, Hertfordshire	1,200	33,100	46	£36	73.7
8	Bletchley Park	Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes	9,909	27,100	1	£26	72.5
9	Alnwick Castle	Alnwick, Northumberland	6,621	90,500	18	£31.30	70.1
10	Highclere Castle	Highclere, Newbury	3,083	33,100	28	£45	67.7

 

1. Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire

Blenheim Palace, the UK’s second-largest inhabited palace, tops the record. Built after the Norman conquest, it has been central to British historical past and movie, from the War of the Roses to the historic tree featured in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. It boasts 71 TV and movie appearances, together with Bridgerton and Black Adder. Home to beautiful artwork, gardens, and a butterfly home, Blenheim has over 9,000 5-star Google evaluations and scored a formidable 95/100 in the rating.

2. Hampton Court Palace, Richmond upon Thames

Hampton Court Palace, one in every of the UK’s most iconic royal residences, ranks second. Built in the early sixteenth century for Cardinal Wolsey, it later grew to become a favourite of King Henry VIII. The palace options exceptional artwork, priceless artifacts, world-famous gardens, a hedge maze, and the magnificent Great Hall. With over 16,000 5-star Google evaluations, it’s a must-visit for anybody desirous to expertise the grandeur of British historical past.

3. Chatsworth House, Derbyshire

Concluding the high three grandest stately homes is Derbyshire’s Chatsworth House. Built in the sixteenth century and nonetheless residence to the Cavendish household, it has been a big a part of British historical past. Its beautiful structure and wealthy heritage have made it a sought-after filming location, that includes in productions like The Duchess and Peaky Blinders. Chatsworth boasts 14,700 five-star evaluations, due to its distinctive artwork assortment and expansive property, which incorporates stunning gardens, a farmyard, playground, and sculpture park.

 

The 5 grandest stately homes in the South West

Rank	Place	Area	Avg. month-to-month searches	Number of 5 Star Reviews	Television Appearances	Cost of 1 grownup and 1 baby ticket	Overall rating/100
1	Hampton Court Palace	Molesey, Richmond upon Thames	74,000	16,800	19	£45	91.1
2	Highclere Castle	Highclere, Newbury	33,100	3,083	28	£45	67.7
3	Osborne House	East Cowes, Isle of Wight	33,100	5,323	0	£38.10	61.7
4	Kingston Lacy	Wimborne, Dorset	22,200	3,749	0	£28.50	59.1
5	Great Chalfield Manor and Garden	Melksham, Wiltshire	33,100	400	3	£19.50	57.6

 

1.Hampton Court Palace, Richmond upon Thames

Hampton Court Palace emerges as soon as extra in the analysis as the South West’s grandest stately residence. Its spectacular 91.1/100 rating will be attributed to its 16,800 5-star evaluations and 74,000 common month-to-month searches – making it the most looked for and highest-rated residence in the South West.

2. Highclere Castle, Newbury

Featuring in second place is Highclere Castle, with an general rating of 67.7/100. This Berkshire property boasts the highest variety of TV appearances in the South West, with 28 as the main filming location for Downton Abbey. It’s no shock that Highclere earned 33,100 five-star evaluations, as guests flock from close to and much to discover its opulent interiors, paintings, and spectacular assortment of Egyptian artifacts.

3. Osborne House, Isle of Wight

Rounding off the high three is Osborne House, incomes a modest rating of 61.7/100. Located on the Isle of Wight, this former summer season retreat for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert attracts 33,100 common month-to-month searches, making it the area’s second most sought-after residence. Visitors can discover the home’s magnificent rooms, unique furnishings, landscaped gardens, and personal seaside for an inexpensive value of £38.10 for one grownup and one baby.