Over 1000 years old, a sad day for this old English estate as its family depart and the contents are dispersed.
Passed from one generation to the next, the torch of duty and responsibility has been extinguished at Bridehead
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Great Houses & Estates
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- This house was built many centuries ago. Its symmetry, order, and traditional details has allowed it to mature gracefully. Weathering has only added to its beauty
00:00 - The library of a country house is a sanctuary from the outside world
00:00 - This is one of the most magnificent country houses in England
00:00 - The country house is a family home and a place for families to gather at Christmas
00:00 - Great Houses & Estates has over 500,000 followers on Instagram It was launched in mid September 2024
- The country house is full of architectural surprises
00:00 - Today is one year since the launch of Great Houses & Estates
- The beauty of a country house is inspired by nature
00:00 - The country house is a promise between generations - to pass it on in as good or better condition than we received it
00:00 - We started Great Houses & Estates in September and now have over 450,000 followers on Instagram. Thank you and continue to join us
00:00 - Replying to @Great_HousesA final witness to the country house library - a collection centuries in the making - before it is dispersed and the old family departs for the last time 2/2
00:00 - The great houses of England were inspired by the beauty of Antiquity. In the 18th century, young gentlemen travelled to Rome on the grand tour to discover and learn the Classical tradition - bringing this learning home to create the finest country houses were know today.
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