HISTORIC HOUSES - STATELY HOMES - GARDENS

Renishaw Sheffield. Tel 01246 432310 Sir Reresby and Lady Sitwell's restoration of the garden has enhanced the geometric design, retaining yew hedges, pyramids and antique statues whilst adding ebullient mixed borders, rose and clematis gardens and a host of exotic plants which are rarely seen in the UK.

York North Yorkshire. Tel 01653 648 444 Built in 1699, Castle Howard is the private home of the family. Inside the amazing castle are art treasures and sculptures, outside are temples, statues and monuments of all kinds. There's a whole range of summer activities for children accompanying you.

Ripon North Yorkshire. Tel 08454 504068 Newby Hall, the family home of Mr & Mrs Richard Compton is one of England's renowned Adam houses, an exceptional example of 18th century interior decoration, recently restored to its original beauty. The superb contents of the house includes the fantastic Gobelins Tapestry Room.

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.