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What to do and see in Aylesbury Vale, England: The Best Architectural Buildings
Discover the best top things to do in Aylesbury Vale, United Kingdom including Stowe House, Claydon House, Radcliffe Centre, The Clock Tower, Boarstall Tower, All Saints Church.
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1. Stowe House
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4.5 based on 268 reviews
Stowe House. Discover the hidden secrets inside...If you had power and riches, how would you use them?In the 18th century, the powerful Temple-Grenville family chose to create an idyllic landscape filled with temples. Amidst these enchanting gardens, they built the most lavish temple of all, Stowe House. This temple was so grand that even Queen Victoria was bewildered by its interiors. Filled with astonishing rooms imitating ancient worlds and classical ruins, the House reflects the flamboyant and colourful characters of its creators. Ceilings and walls decorated with hidden messages and mythology hint at the family’s former power and glory. But wealth and power do not last forever. Excessive spending led to bankruptcy. Extravagant parties, royal visits and Italian Grand Tours gave way to scandal, intrigue and eventually abandonment. The richest family in England became the greatest debtors in the world.
Reviewed By stuarthicks90 - Reading, United Kingdom
My wife, son and I have visited the National Trust Gardens at Stowe before, although we did stroll round them again on this sunny Sunday afternoon (also recommended). snowdrops look lovely today. We had not viisted the house before, which is owned and used by the school, but is open for public tours on some weekends (admission £5 for most, best to pre-book). Our guidetook us on an hour's tour (the longer one leaving on the half hour) around the main staterooms, the library and staircases. He was a good communicator, knew his facts and told us about the history of the property and its owners with some amusing interludes. Recommended. Also good is the museum that you can visit before or after the tour.
2. Claydon House
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4.0 based on 345 reviews
The National Trust and the Claydon Estate work in partnership to run Claydon House, courtyard and gardens. Claydon House, run by the National Trust, displays splendid 18th Century interiors while the gardens, run by the Claydon Estate, include formal gardens, a woodland walk, and a productive kitchen garden. The courtyard, also run by the Claydon Estate, is an arts and artisan hub housing several boutiques including a picture framer, sculptor, painter, potter, florist and National Trust book shop. There is also an on-site holiday cottage, 'Phoenix Tea Rooms' and event room 'The Stables' available for private hire.
Reviewed By mickcritic - Northampton, United Kingdom
Went with friends to Claydon House for a day out and it was an unexpected treat, easy parking {free} lovely setting with great views and nice gardens, the whole place seemed calm and restful. We visited the cafe which is open a little before the House etc; it was clean and tidy and well stocked to cater for all. Close by around the courtyard are several artisan outlets to keep the shoppers happy. The house itself on the inside is a real surprise with helpful guides in different locations to answer any questions, some of wood carvings are outstanding, check the chinese room out. There is some restoration ongoing but it will not spoil your visit. The gardens{extra cost} are pleasant to walk around featuring wild and formal settings plus a lovely small Church which was open the day we visited. Well worth a visit.
3. Radcliffe Centre
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
4. The Clock Tower
5. Boarstall Tower
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
