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A sprawling 18th-century manor once owned by the Adventures of Robin star Richard Greene has gone on sale for £2.9million (€3,400,000). The matinee idol bought Borleagh Manor, situated in Inch, Gorey, Wexford, in 1963 after landing his lead role as the outlaw in the British television series. During his residency, the Georgian country house in … Read more
A luxurious and historic manor house – with connections to Britain’s most famous landscaper Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown and the Romanov dynasty – is on sale for £6.5million and available to view remotely during lockdown. Prestbury House on Hampton Court estate in London, boasts eight large bedrooms, substantial gardens and plenty of grand living spaces as well as … Read more
A Surrey manor formerly owned by a novelist and film director whose lavish parties included Sir Roger Moore on the guest list has gone on sale for £3.95million. Fredley Manor is set in the North Surrey Hills near Dorking and was famed for its extravagant gatherings where invitees included the James Bond star. The 16th … Read more
A Georgian manor house that has stunning views of the countryside that inspired author Thomas Hardy has gone on the market for £4.75m. The Grade II listed Manor House is in a Dorset village in a valley the Victoria writer featured in his seminal work Tess of the D’Urbervilles as The White Hart Vale. Hardy, … Read more
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery Ealing, London Rating: It’s remarkable to think now, given its huge number of cafes and bus routes, but two centuries ago Ealing was … Read more
An Inspector Calls… A blooming lovely hotel nestled among 6,000 tulips with delicious (albeit fussy) Michelin-starred food on the menu The Inspector checked into Gravetye Manor in Sussex which was built in 1598 Jeremy and Elizabeth Hosking bought the manor nine years ago At the restaurant there is a seven-course tasting menu on offer for £95 … Read more