subject: Why Not Take A Trip To A Country House This Summer [print this page] When it comes to holidays it seems that staying in Britain is the last thing on many peoples minds, and its not really too surprising when you consider the infamous climate that we seem to endure year in and year out. The term holiday destination instantly puts in peoples minds images of somewhere hot and dry, such as Spain or France, but this is certainly not to say that there isnt anything thats worth doing in Britain, in fact quite the contrary is true if it wasnt then we would not attract as many visitors as we do.
There are a number of factors that seem to attract tourists to the British Isles; among them are the rich cultural and historical places that Britain has to offer. Theres no doubt that many Americans are drawn to Britain every year simply because of the history that it can provide, with America being a relatively young country historical value is something that they certainly lack and is clearly a big attraction for them. With such an extensive network of old buildings, stately homes, and castles there is truly a lot to keep anyone entertained, no matter where youre located in the country, the chances are that youll not be too far from the number of country homes that Britain has to offer.
Here are a just a few examples of the country homes to be found in Britain:
-Croft Castle This impressive building stands tall with a staggering 1,500 acres of woodland surrounding it, it truly is a sight to behold, and with walled gardens and orchards a leisurely walk is ideal.
-Hardwick Hall since its construction in the 1590s Hardwick Hall remains unchanged providing an interesting insight into the past. Hardwick Hall has an array of impressive features including large windows, high ceilings, six towers, and huge stately rooms. In addition to this there is also a gallery where the walls are filled with antique tapestries gilded plaster freezes. Hardwick Hall also has extensive grounds including a stable yard, gardens, and an orchard.
-Castle Drogo This truly magnificent building lies in the remarkable countryside of Devon. The huge granite walls succeed in adding to the presence of the building, and surrounding countryside does justice to the natural beauties that Britain holds. With formal gardens and a newly refurbished caf Castle Drogo makes for a great day out.
