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As you may have guessed, I love historic houses and architecture. When I lived in London, I signed up for a National Trust and English Heritage membership. Every weekend, I would get on a train or bus and explore a new property. I found a volunteer group that would go to the houses and we would maintain the gardens. In 'An Affair at Apsley House', I feature some of the properties. Though depicted in a fictional sense, I hope if you are interested, you will click on the buttons to learn more and support the work that they do.
Designed and built by Robert Adam in the 1770s, the house was bought by the Duke of Wellington in 1817. Catherine and her husband, Arthur, decide to throw a house party for Catherine's best friend. To her pleasant surprise, her event is an amazing success.
Cowdray House was built in the 16th century. Today, it serves the community in different ways from golf to weddings. An easy carriage ride from Adeline's best friend house, this was the only home Adeline ever knew. According to Adeline, it was an easy estate to manage compared to Petworth Park, but it passed the time and kept her busy.
The current house was built in 1688 by Charles Seymour. Adeline could always be found at her best friend's house, Petworth House. Lady Evelyn Wyndham and her brother invite her to join them at a London House Party. Her Uncle loves to make connections with the senior aristocracy, so doesn't hesitate to allow her to attend.
Grosvenor Square is the place to be seen and people watch. Adrian Sinclair, Duke of Wakefield, of course owns a house here, but due to a miscommunication, the Clerk of Works, accidently knocked down his entire back wall.
Most of Nostell was designed and built by two generations of the Winn family between c.1727 and 1785. Adrian hides here during the London Season to avoid attending balls and hide away from society. According to his best friend, anyway.