The Country House Podcast
St Giles House Pt. I - The Rise and Fall of a Country House | 73
This week we look at the rise of a political dynasty - the Ashley-Cooper family, Earls of Shaftesbury - and the evolution of their house in Dorset, St Giles (affectionately known by the 7th Earl as 'The Saint'). Like so many grand houses and their families, the Ashley-Coopers fell upon hard times in the 20th century, and so we also look at the decline of St Giles; from one of the great ancestral seats to little more than a decaying shell at the turn of the millennium. Wonderfully there is a t...
8 abr 2025 - 52 मिनट 37 सेकंड
The Mitford Sisters | 72
In this fascinating episode, Geoff gives Rory and our listeners a whistle-stop overview of the famous (or infamous) Mitford sisters; the socialite daughters of the 2nd Lord Redesdale and all great beauties of their day. From Nancy the novelist and Diana the Fascist to Jessica the Communist and of course Debo the Duchess, the six Mitford sisters entranced and scandalised early 20th century British society in equal measure.
1 abr 2025 - 01 घंटा 04 मिनट 35 सेकंड
Studley Royal & Fountains Abbey | 71
In this episode Rory guides us around one of the great landscapes of England - Studley Royal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that consists of an 18th century water garden surrounding a medieval abbey.
25 mar 2025 - 56 मिनट 45 सेकंड
Eltham Palace: An Art Deco Icon | 70
In this episode, Geoff and Rory delve into Eltham Palace - one of the great art deco houses of the 1930's.
18 mar 2025 - 01 घंटा 04 मिनट 07 सेकंड
Castletown House: Paddy's Day Special | 69
We celebrate Paddy's Day by taking a look into the architecture and history of Castletown House.
12 mar 2025 - 54 मिनट 13 सेकंड
The Evolution Of Home With Emma Sims-Hilditch | 68
With Rory on video call, Geoff joins Emma Sims-Hilditch in her home to discuss the evolution of home.
4 mar 2025 - 52 मिनट 30 सेकंड
Swiss Country Houses & Chalets | 67
In today's episode Geoff and Rory delve into the topic of Swiss Country Houses Chalets. Remember to send in your Q A questions to admin@thecountryhousepodcast.com
25 fev 2025 - 55 मिनट 59 सेकंड
Castle Ward: The Love Story That Resulted In A House Of Two Halves | 66
Geoff Rory celebrate Valentine's with a fascinating tale that intertwines love and country houses.
18 fev 2025 - 41 मिनट 04 सेकंड
Weston Park With Gareth Williams | 65
Gareth Williams, Weston Park's Curator, joins Geoff Rory to discuss the history of the house.
11 fev 2025 - 01 घंटा 05 मिनट 52 सेकंड
Easton Neston With Henrietta Spencer-Churchill | 64
Geoff Rory are joined in-person at Blenheim Palace by Henrietta Spencer-Churchill to discuss Easton Neston.
4 fev 2025 - 01 घंटा 02 मिनट 13 सेकंड