Living the dream: Britain’s most magical stately homes

The gothic-style stately home of Scottish author Sir Walter Scott.

Set over hundreds of acres of north Wales countryside, with stunning gardens and a 3,000-year-old mummy.

Explore the grand historic house, formal gardens and enchanting woodland playground of Stonor Park.

This stately home boasts Regency opulence and a serene alternative to the high-octane Goodwood race track nearby.

Enjoy the grandeur of Buscot Park alongside the peaceful gardens and beautifully landscaped grounds.

A hidden London gem, filled with landscaped gardens, beautiful interiors and world-class art.

Visit this Elizabethan mansion, home to a beautiful hall, blooming gardens, cycle routes, and a rewilding project.

Explore the vast estate by cycling or walking, with woodlands and grasslands allowing you to escape into nature.

This impressive stately home isn’t just full of history – it has mountain biking, orienteering and golf courses too.

Discover priceless artworks, exquisite antiques and beautiful grounds at this impressive stately home in Selkirk.

This 16th-century manor starred in the hit TV series, as ‘Trenwith’ – the Poldarks’ family home.

This spectacular home starred as Princess Mary’s residence in the Downton Abbey film – and now hosts private tours and festivals.

This 18th-century house is surrounded by magnificent gardens, wild woodlands and a deer-filled park.

Calling all Batman fans: Welcome to ‘Wayne Manor’, where the Batman movie The Dark Knight Rises was filmed.

This magnificent medieval and Tudor residence hosts live music, seasonal festivals, craft markets and more.

Wander around the magnificent Petworth House, with its art treasures and 700-acre deer park in the South Downs.

Visit the last castle to be built in Britain, with the rugged Dartmoor tors that surround it.

A period drama lover's paradise, Wilton House has set the scene for Bridgerton, The Crown and Emma.

You might recognise this Tudor house: it has appeared in Bridgerton, Midsomer Murders and more.

Combining award-winning grounds by Capability Brown with one of the most impressive mansions from Jacobean England, history comes to life at Audley End.

An action-packed day out with bike hire, boat rides, treetop rope courses, walled gardens and a vineyard – all before you even get inside the 18th-century house.

Whatever the season, Arley Hall has plenty of charm, from winter light trails to outdoor theatre.

Art lovers, the treasures at this French Renaissance-style manor house are not to be missed.

Explore this Tudor treasure, with its spellbinding house, gardens and park, from March to September.

Explore the local history collections of Cusworth Hall and don't miss the newly restored walled garden, a treat for all the senses.

Immortalised in films such as Batman Begins and Paddington 2, Hatfield House is a sparkling example of Jacobean architecture.