Country House Estate Collection

The Great Hall at Lumley Castle, County Durham, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327785 The Great Hall at Lumley Castle, County Durham, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306312 Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built in 1660s by George Vernon;); © Country Life

The west or kitchen wing, Seaton Delaval, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327789 The west or kitchen wing, Seaton Delaval, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

East front of the central block, Houghton Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306306 East front of the central block, Houghton Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The west front, Houghton Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306303 The west front, Houghton Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Distant view of Lumley Castle, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327783 Distant view of Lumley Castle, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The east front, Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306315 The east front, Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built in 1660s by George Vernon;); © Country Life

The chimney arcading, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327773 The chimney arcading, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The gate piers at Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327772 The gate piers at Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The hall, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327771 The hall, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Interior at Vanbrugh Castle, Greenwich, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327794 Interior at Vanbrugh Castle, Greenwich, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The great staircase at Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327781 The great staircase at Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The banqueting loggia opposite the east front, Kings Weston House, Bristol
CLF327777 The banqueting loggia opposite the east front, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson

The west front, Lumley Castle, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327784 The west front, Lumley Castle, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Saloon at Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327782 The Saloon at Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Satyr Gateway into the walled garden at Castle Howard, North Yorkshire
CLF327796 The Satyr Gateway into the walled garden at Castle Howard, North Yorkshire, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson

The Lake Pavilions at Stowe, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo)
CLF327792 The Lake Pavilions at Stowe, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Hall at Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327787 The Hall at Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The main hall at Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay, Northumberland, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy
CLF327791 The main hall at Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay, Northumberland, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The stable wing of the forecourt at Seaton Delaval, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327786 The stable wing of the forecourt at Seaton Delaval, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The eastern front and garden, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy
CLF327778 The eastern front and garden, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The staircase at Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327776 The staircase at Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The entrance front, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327774 The entrance front, Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The loggia at Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson
CLF327770 The loggia at Kings Weston House, Bristol, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Vanbrugh Castle, Greenwich, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo)
CLF327793 Vanbrugh Castle, Greenwich, from The Country Houses of Sir John Vanbrugh by Jeremy Musson, published 2008 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Elvills, Englefield Green, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts
STC119554 Elvills, Englefield Green, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1827 (colour litho) by Stockdale, Frederick Wilton Litchfield (fl.1803-48) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of country house estates. From Godolphin House in Breage, Cornwall to Lumley Castle in County Durham, these magnificent properties transport us to a bygone era. The Great Hall at Lumley Castle is a sight to behold, with its timeless beauty captured perfectly in a black and white photograph from Jeremy Musson's book on Sir John Vanbrugh's country houses. The same can be said for Sudbury Hall, where the east front showcases the architectural splendor of an English country house. Seaton Delaval's west or kitchen wing stands as a testament to Vanbrugh's genius, while Houghton Hall impresses with both its east and west fronts. These photographs from "The English Country House" evoke a sense of awe and wonder at the craftsmanship that went into creating such remarkable structures. A distant view of Lumley Castle reveals its commanding presence against the landscape, reminding us of its historical significance. Meanwhile, Kings Weston House in Bristol captivates with its chimney arcading and gate piers that exude elegance and sophistication. Inside these majestic estates lies another world altogether. The hall at Kings Weston House beckons visitors to explore its opulent interiors, while Vanbrugh Castle in Greenwich offers glimpses into the lavish lifestyle enjoyed by those fortunate enough to call it home. These captivating photographs capture not just buildings but also stories – tales of wealth, power, and aristocracy that shaped our history. They remind us of the enduring allure of country house estates and their ability to transport us back through time.