HISTORIC HOUSES - STATELY HOMES - GARDENS

Cambridge Cambridgeshire. Tel 01223 336265 This tranquil 40 acre (16 hectares) garden offers year round interest to visitors. The Garden has a collection of over 10,000 labelled plant species in beautifully landscaped settings, including Rock Garden, Lake, Glasshouses, Winter Garden and Woodland Walk.

Bourne Lincolnshire. Tel 01778 591205 Grimsthorpe is a historic castle, park and garden. The Castle is the centrepiece of the estate. Once inside you can see the collection of paintings, furniture, tapestries and objects d'art that fill the state rooms. Thrones and furnishings from the House of Lords are some of the items on view.

Nationwide. English Heritage exists to make sure the best of the past is kept to enrich our lives today and for future generations. We have over 400 sites nationwide ranging from small town gardens and public parks to great country estates and historical monuments. Become a member and come and visit our stunning gardens and buildings.