The Country House Podcast Hancock Productions
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A deep dive into all things Country House.
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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.
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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/
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Balmoral Castle: The Famous Scottish Royal Holiday Home | The Country House Podcast 25
In today's episode, Geoff and Ben discuss the architecture and history of Balmoral Castle, near Aberdeenshire. This is the famous summer holiday home of the Royal Family built in the mid-1800s during Victoria & Albert's reign.