Historic Buildings and Monuments to visit across the UK

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Abbeys, Castles, Cathedrals, Monuments, Royal Palaces, Stately Homes and more...

Osborne House - Queen Victoria's favourite holiday home where many of her children had such fun times. Visit the Royal Apartment and ride in a Victorian carriage to the Royal children's Swiss Cottage. Open April 1 to October 29 @ Osborne, Isle of Wight

Stanstead Park - a fine stately house whose origins date back to the 11th Century. A fascinating insight on to life 'above' and 'below' stairs. Full of Old masters and antiques. Also an arboretum, plus an ancient chapel. Open 1 March to 31 October. Stanstead Park. Rowlands Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6DX. Telephone +44 (0)23 9241 2265

Eastnor Castle - in fact a mock castle built by a wealthy aristocrat in the early 1800's. Nevertheless a fascinating imitation which houses a large collection of armour. Near Ledbury, Herefordshire. Opens Sundays & Bank Holidays Mondays from April to October, Except July & August when it opens Sunday to Friday. Telephone +44 (0)1531 633160

Ightham Mote - one of England's largest moated medieval manor houses. Over 650 years old. Near Sevenoaks, Kent. Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday & Sunday from April - October. Telephone +44 (0)1732 811145

Leeds Castle - once home to King Henry VIII this fantastic moated castle began as a Norman fortress. It houses a large collection of fine historic furnishings, paintings and tapestries. The 500 acres of grounds include a Maze, grotto, aviary, vineyard as well as a 9 hole golf course. Open all year @ Leeds Castle,Near Maidstone, Kent. Telephone 0870 600 8880 Leeds Castle

Blackpool Tower - situated in one of Britain's oldest established seaside resorts. The Tower itself is a famous landmark and was a compliment to the Eiffel tower of Paris. Opened in 1894 it stands 518 feet (approximately 200m) high. Open daily from April to November. Telephone +44 (0)1253 622242

Boston Manor House - a fine Jacobean Manor renowned for its fine English Renaissance ceilings. Houses a fine collection of paintings. Boston Manor Road, Brentford Middlesex, TW8 9JX. Telephone +44 (0)120 8570 0622, extension 77892

Buckingham Palace - home of the Royal Family. State rooms open to the public, including for the first time, the Ballroom where State banquets are still held. The Palace also holds one of the world's greatest collections of art. 6 August - 1 October. Telephone +44 (0)20 7321 2233 www.royal.gov.uk

Abbot House - a treasure house of Scottish history. With links to Kings poets and great events in Scottish history. Open all year. Maygate, Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 7NE. Telephone +44 (0)1383 733266

Ballindalloch Castle - one of the most romantic castles in Scotland. In the heart of Whiskey country it dates back to 1546 and lived in continuously by the same family, the MacPherson-Grants. Open daily from Easter- 30 September @ Ballindalloch, Banffshire, AB37 9AX. Telephone +44 (0)1807 500206 Fax +44 (0)1807 500210

Dunfermline Abbey - resting place of Robert the Bruce. Moodie Street, Dunfermline.

Edinburgh Castle - this proud and dominant castle is a must for every visitor to the city.

Scott Monument - tribute to the renowned writer Sir Walter Scott. 287 steps up a spiral staircase takes you to the top of this 200-foot high masterpiece to be rewarded with a stunning view across Edinburgh. Open at different days throughout the year. Telephone +44 (0)1131 529 4098

Alfred's Tower - 164-ft high tower, with incredible panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, built 1772. Close to Stourhead House. Brewham, Bruton, Somerset.

Barrington Court - a Tudor Manor with enchanting formal gardens. Open 1 April - 31 October. Barrington. Somerset

Farleigh Hungerford Castle - ruins of a 14th century castle with chapel containing wall paintings, stained glass and the tomb of the castle's builder! Open all year - various times. Nr Bath, Somerset, BA3 6RS Telephone +44 (0)1225 754026

Forde Abbey & Gardens - founded by Cistercian monks over 900 years ago. Now a family home unchanged since the 17th century. 30 acres of award winning gardens. House open 1 April - 31 October; gardens open all year. Telephone +44 (0)1460 221290

Glastonbury Abbey - steeped in history and folklore. Also visit the 'Tor'. Open all year. Telephone +44 (0)1458 832267

Montacute House - magnificent 16th century country house with formal gardens in a country park. Many renaissance features and Jacobean portraits from the National Gallery. House open 1 April - 1 November; gardens open all year except Tuesdays. Montacute, Somerset

Muchelney Abbey - established by Benedictine monks in AD950. The Abbots House dates the 16th century and contains exquisite rooms with carved stone doorways, oak ceilings and superb fireplaces. Stroll or picnic in the beautiful grounds. 1 April - 1 November. Telephone +44 (0)1458 250664

Monpesson House - built in 1701 this Cathedral Close townhouse is famous for its carved oak staircase and ornate plaster ceilings. The dining room contains the magnificent Turnbull collection of 18th century glasses. Open April 1 to October 31, except Thursday & Fridays, @ The Close, Salisbury Telephone +44 (0)1722 335659

Salisbury Cathedral - famous for its magnificent spire. All year @ Salisbury.

Stonehenge - a World Heritage Site that has mystified scientists and laymen for centuries. All year @ Stonehenge, Near Salisbury

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