Castel Gandolfo: The Pope's summer palace | Ep. 77
As conclave meets to decide on a new Pope, all eyes are on the Sistine Chapel as millions of Catholics around the world wait in eager anticipation for white smoke to billow from the Chapel chimney.In ...
8 Mai 202558min
The Ancient Seat of an Ancient Family: Powderham Castle with the Earl of Devon | Ep. 76
In light of the upcoming sale at Dreweatts auction house entitled 'The Attic Sale: Powderham Castle & Brocklesby Park' (taking place on 3rd June 2025), we are delighted to be joined this week by Charl...
29 Apr 20251h 1min
Auckland Castle: The resurrection of a Bishop's Palace | Ep. 75
Over the Easter weekend, Christians around the world celebrated the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. For this episode we decided to choose a country house that has also been somewhat 'resurrect...
22 Apr 20251h 1min
'Houses at War' with Tim Bouverie | Ep. 74
In this week's episode we're joined by renowned historian Tim Bouverie to discuss his new book, Allies at War, and the political role that country houses played during the Second World War. From Chequ...
15 Apr 202549min
St Giles House Pt. I: The rise and fall of a country house | Ep. 73
This week we look at the rise of a political dynasty - the Ashley-Cooper family, Earls of Shaftesbury - and the evolution of their house in Dorset, St Giles (affectionately known by the 7th Earl as 'T...
8 Apr 202552min
The Mitford Sisters: A family divided | Ep. 72
In this fascinating episode, Geoff gives Rory and our listeners a whistle-stop overview of the famous (or infamous) Mitford sisters; the socialite daughters of the 2nd Lord Redesdale and all great bea...
1 Apr 20251h 4min
A Truly Great Estate: Studley Royal & Fountains Abbey | Ep. 71
In this episode Rory guides us around one of the great landscapes of England - Studley Royal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that consists of an 18th century water garden surrounding a medieval abbey.If...
25 Mar 202556min
Eltham Palace: An art deco icon | Ep. 70
In this episode, Geoff and Rory delve into Eltham Palace - one of the great art deco houses of the 1930's. If you enjoy tuning in, please consider supporting us by joining one of our membership tiers ...
18 Mar 20251h 4min
