Photo: Houghton Hall by Hans A. Rosbach, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About this place
Houghton Hall in rural Norfolk was built in the 1720s for Sir Robert Walpole, widely regarded as Britain's first Prime Minister.
It ranks among the finest Palladian houses in England.
The interiors were designed largely by William Kent, whose state rooms survive in remarkable condition.
The hall has been in the Cholmondeley family since the eighteenth century.
Across the parkland, a significant collection of contemporary sculpture is displayed in the open air.
Read more on WikipediaPlan your visit
Nearest station: Walsingham (Wells & Walsingham Railway) (10.1 miles)
Open spring to autumn on selected days; check official website for exact dates.
Nearby properties
Raynham Hall
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View Castle Acre Castle, town defences and Bailey Gate on heritage mapHistoric places nearby
Within 10 miles of Houghton Hall there are 7 historic properties, including 3 historic buildings and 2 historic houses, across English Heritage and Historic Houses sites.
Within 20 miles of Houghton Hall there are 23 historic properties, including 8 historic buildings, 6 churchs and 6 historic houses, across English Heritage, Historic Houses and Churches Conservation Trust sites.
Facts
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Norfolk, England
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