30 episodes

A deep dive into all things Country House. 

The Country House Podcast Hancock Productions

    • History

A deep dive into all things Country House. 

    Our New Host & Bess of Hardwick's Grand Hall | The Country House Podcast 31

    Our New Host & Bess of Hardwick's Grand Hall | The Country House Podcast 31

    We're delighted to announce the new host of The Country House Podcast, as well as to discuss the magnificent Hardwick Hall, Bess of Hardwick's lasting legacy.

    • 37 min
    The Beautiful Gardens Of Sissinghurst | The Country House Podcast 30

    The Beautiful Gardens Of Sissinghurst | The Country House Podcast 30

    We are celebrating summertime with a conversation about one of the most famous gardens in the UK - Sissinghurst Gardens in Kent.

    • 43 min
    English Follies: Hellfire Hedonism To Treacle-Eating Legends With Rory Fraser | The Country House Podcast 29

    English Follies: Hellfire Hedonism To Treacle-Eating Legends With Rory Fraser | The Country House Podcast 29

    Architectural historian and author of "Follies: An Architectural Journey" Rory Fraser joins us to go deeper on the subject of English follies. Expect to learn the earliest follies, the most eccentric follies, follies with dark secrets, and Rory's favourite follies. Find more of Rory's work below:Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Follies-Architectural-Journey-Rory-Fraser/dp/1916197787Documentary - https://watch.shelter.stream/folliesWebsite & Prints - https://rory-fraser.com/

    • 42 min
    Life As A Servant In A Country House | The Country House Podcast 28

    Life As A Servant In A Country House | The Country House Podcast 28

    Today Geoff and Ben discuss what life was like in the service wing. Expect to learn the average salary, the different roles, the steamy affairs, and much more!

    • 41 min
    Basildon Park: Redemption After A Sad History | The Country House Podcast 27

    Basildon Park: Redemption After A Sad History | The Country House Podcast 27

    Geoff and Ben discuss Basildon Park and its long, and rather sad, history being passed between multiple uncaring owners. There is a light at the end of the tunnel as Basildon in it's palladian glory was restored by the Iliffes.

    • 45 min
    What To Expect On The Grand Tour | The Country House Podcast 26

    What To Expect On The Grand Tour | The Country House Podcast 26

    Geoff and Ben discuss the Grand Tour of the 17th-19th century. Expect to learn the history of it, what it would entail, how it influenced the culture of the country house, and why it stopped being a tradition.

    • 38 min

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