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	Encyclopedia: Historic houses in England
		Historic houses in England is a link page for any stately home, country house or other historic house in England.
		Hatfield House stands to the east of Hatfield, Hertfordshire, was built in 1611 and is the family seat of Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, 7th Marquess of Salisbury.
		Kelmscott Manor is a limestone house in the Cotswold village of Kelmscott.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Historic-houses-in-England (7308 words)

	Castles Historic Houses (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The interior of Syon House is regarded as the early English masterpiece of the celebrated eighteenth century architect, Robert Adam.
		It was under the care of the Vernon Family particularly under that of Richard de Vernon in the 14th century and Sir Henry Vernon in the 16th century that Haddon Hall took on the shape of the building we are familiar with today.
		The House is hidden in a fold of the Chilterns five miles from the Thames at Henley.
	www.chauffeur.org.uk /links/ffa-castles_historic_houses.shtml (2112 words)

	Historic Houses Amendment Bill - 27/10/2004 - 2R (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The Historic Houses Trust, which is often confused with the National Heritage Trust, has a specific role, and its work is amazing in view of the breadth of the properties, the places for which it is responsible and the frugal way in which it operates its budget.
		When the Historic Houses Trust was first established it managed only two buildings, and these amendments to the Act reflect that the trust is now responsible for 15 properties, as well as objects and materials associated with them.
		The Historic Houses Trust has undertaken a large number of projects, including establishing the Endangered Houses Fund, which was launched last year to raise money to conserve buildings under threat.
	parliament.nsw.gov.au /prod/parlment/hansart.nsf/V3Key/LA20041027044 (3792 words)

	British Historic Houses (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Historic Scotland is part of the Scottish Office and is responsible for "safeguarding the nation's built heritage, and promoting its understanding and enjoyment."
		Oliver Cromwell's house in Ely is open to the public and provides a glimpse of the17th century life of this significant historic figure.
		Loseley House, built in 1562 by Sir William More, is a fine example of Elizabethan architecture, its mellow stone brought from the ruins of Waverley Abbey in Farnham, now over 850 years old.
	www.mybritain.com /historichouses.htm (837 words)

	Historic houses in Wales - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Historic houses in Wales is a link page for any stately home or historic house in Wales.
		See: Historic houses in England, Historic houses in Scotland, Historic houses in Northern Ireland, Historic houses in the Republic of Ireland, List of castles, List of abbeys and priories, List of museums, National Trust Properties in Wales, Cadw
		Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales in English and Welsh
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Historic_houses_in_Wales (104 words)

	Hotels and Guest Houses in Wales
		North Wales - From the small historic town of Machynlleth, the site of Owain Glyndwr's 15th Century Welsh Parliament, to the Snowdonia National Park, which is 800 sq miles all the way to Dolgellau and beyond and eastwards towards Bala.
		West Wales - Head South from the popular picturesque resort of New Quay, along the coastline to the delightful beaches and coves of Cwmtudu, Llangrannog, Penbryn, Tresaith and the village of Aberporth.
		South Wales - Has a great deal to offer and is fondly know as the 'Garden of Wales' due to the wide choice of gardens and country parks.
	www.lastminute-wales.com /?id=38 (451 words)

	AboutBritain.com - Historic Houses in All Regions
		Abbotsford is the house built and lived in by Sir Walter Scott, the 19th century novelist, and author of timeless classics such as Waverley, Rob Roy, Ivanhoe and The Lady of the Lake.
		Mount Stuart, a spectacular Victorian Gothic house, is the magnificent architectural fantasy of the 3rd Marquess of Bute (1847-1900) and the Scottish architect Robert Rowland Anderson.
		This historic house in the downland village of Bramber was built in 1470 by Waynflete, Bishop of Winchester, Provost of Eton College and founder of Magdalen College Oxford.
	www.aboutbritain.com /HHousesAllRegions.htm (7889 words)

	UK Travel: London, Britain, Wales, Scotland
		Johnson's House - One of the few residential houses of its age still surviving in the City of London.
		Boughton House - "The English Versailles", home of the Dukes of Buccleuch and Queensberry.
		Blairquhan - Blairquhan, built in 1821-1824, is a one of the finest Georgian castles in Scotland.
	www.britannia.com /travel/ukcastles.html (327 words)

	GET NJ - Historic Houses -
		In the spring of 1780, when the head-quarters house saw most of its gaiety and merrymaking, Elizabeth Schuyler, the general's second daughter, journeyed by coach to Morristown, under escort, to visit her aunt.
		About this time General Schuyler arrived at the head-quarters house to confer with General Washington on needed reforms in the army, and with his sanction the youthful pair were betrothed and the wedding talked over for an early date.
		The house, though a large one, was not adequate for the great company invited, and a dancing-pavilion was temporarily erected over Lord Melbourne's gardens in the rear.
	www.getnj.com /historichouses/campfieldhousemorristown.shtml (2964 words)

	Historic Houses in Wales
		Set in a large park, Newton House was built in 1660, and altered in 18th and 19th centuries.
		Plas Newydd (not to be confused with the house of the same name at Llangollen), home of the Marquis of Anglesey, is an 18th century house built by James Wyatt in both Classical and Gothic styles.
		The house is full of memorabilia of India in the time of Clive (his son married a daughter of the house).
	www.britainexpress.com /wales/az/houses/houses3.htm (978 words)

	Historic Houses in Wales
		One of the most fascinating houses in Britain, not least because of the unusually close relationship that existed between the family of the house and their servants.
		The elegant house was designed and built by John Nash in 1794–6, with an equally well-proportioned service wing and courtyard.
		The ground-floor chimney at the rear of the house is a fine vernacular example, and the original scarfed roof-trusses survive.
	www.getoutguide.co.uk /wales/waleshouses.htm (632 words)

	Committee for Wales - Heritage Lottery Fund
		Dan Clayton Jones was born in Porth in the Rhondda, Wales.
		A life-long supporter of the heritage in Wales, he was Secretary of the Historic Houses Association in Wales for 12 years and is a founding Life Member of the Historic Gardens Trust.
		Consul for Canada in Wales and was made a Deputy Lieutenant of Mid Glamorgan in 2001.
	www.hlf.org.uk /English/AboutUs/Decision-makersandmanagers/CountryAndRegionalCommitteesAndManagers/CommitteeforWales.htm (255 words)

	National Trust \| Wales \| Maritime connections (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		So it is apt that two of Wales' historic houses, Penrhyn Castle and Plas Newydd hold strong links to the coast and Britain's maritime past.
		Back in Wales, Richard Pennant was keen to maximise profits for his slate business, so he developed Port Penrhyn in Bangor.
		Inside the house is Rex Whistler’s largest, finest mural, which was commissioned to reflect the Angleseys’ great love of the sea.
	www.nationaltrust.org.uk /main/w-global/w-localtoyou/w-wales/w-wales-places/w-wales-places-maritime.htm (353 words)

	BBC NEWS \| Wales \| Steelworks houses historic ship timbers
		Earlier this week, while carrying out initial investigations into the planned basement where the ship will be displayed, workmen found another set of historic timbers.
		Tests are being carried out on these timbers, but a council spokesman said it was too early to say what their significance is.
		Wales) Roebuck artefacts 'significant' (22 Oct 01
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/low/wales/2268687.stm (604 words)

	Historic Houses Trust Of New South Wales: citysearch
		Surrounded by an important historic garden, with exotic trees and shrubs, carriageways, paths and terraces.
		Built between 1837 and 1845, Government House was the most sophisticated example of Gothic Revival architecture in the state.
		Located in the heart of The Rocks, the museum consists of four terrace houses, which illustrate a realistic view of Sydney's working class life from the 1840s.
	sydney.citysearch.com.au /E/V/SYDNE/0015/52/58/2.html (248 words)

	Castles and Historic Houses in Wales
		The castles of Wales vary greatly from nearly complete fortresses to those with scant remains, some of which date back to the 11th century.
		Begun in 1277, one of the first castles to be built in Wales by King Edward I. Its most impressive feature is a solitary round tower, isolated from the rest of the inner ward.
		It was originally built as a fortress by Welsh princes and was later adapted and enriched by generations of Herberts and Clives.
	www.getoutguide.co.uk /wales/walescastles.htm (909 words)

	Cadw -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Most of Wales' great castles, and other monuments such as bishop's palaces, historic houses, and ruined abbeys, are now in Cadw's care.
		It is a part of the (Click link for more info and facts about National Assembly for Wales) National Assembly for Wales and hence part of the (Click link for more info and facts about devolved powers) devolved powers of the government of the principality.
		It was created in 1984 and its headquarters are in (The capital and largest city of Wales) Cardiff.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/ca/cadw.htm (305 words)

	Historic Houses Trust Of New South Wales: citysearch
		The work of the Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales is guided by the view that museums must be part of current debates, open to new ideas and play a vigorous role in the cultural life of the city.
		Thirteen properties of historic significance are owned and managed by the Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales.
		Whether you are organising a wedding, a corporate function or a film shoot, the Historic Houses Trust has a venue to suit your requirements.
	sydney.citysearch.com.au /E/V/SYDNE/0015/52/58 (175 words)

	Historic Houses in Wales
		Call them stately homes, country houses, or simply historic houses, most of these historic places of residence recall a bygone age of wealth and splendour.
		In some cases the houses have been created from the ruins of medieval castles.
		This medieval merchant's house features an exhibition on life in Conwy from Roman times to the present.
	www.britainexpress.com /wales/az/houses/index.htm (664 words)

	Gregynog - a home saved for the Welsh nation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The house consists of a great hall surrounded by 750 acres of immaculate grounds and parkland.
		Despite its late-medieval appearance, the present building dates back to the late 1840’s although a house has existed on the site as far back as the twelfth century and parts of the older building are incorporated into the present one.
		Just across the courtyard from the modern entrance to Plas Gregynog, in what was the house's stable-block stands the Gwasg Gregynog, little changed from the time of its establishment in 1922.
	www.cambriamagazine.com /e-issue7/gregynog.htm (259 words)

	cadw (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		CADW is the Welsh agency looking after historic monuments.
		The full title of the organization is Cadw: Welsh Historic Monuments Executive Agency.
		It is a part of the National Assembly for Wales and hence part of the devolved powers of the government of the principality.
	www.yourencyclopedia.net /cadw.html (177 words)

	Historic houses of Wales - Cardiff and area
		Historic houses of Wales - Cardiff and area
		The house was built circa 1530 by Colonel Prichard's great grandfather and is a good example of a semi-fortified manor house of Tudor times.
		Cardiff, Coast, and Valleys of South Wales
	www.britainexpress.com /wales/cardiff/houses.htm (394 words)

	New South Wales and Sydney Sites To See and Attractions
		It's the place where Sydneysiders go to stroll the harbour foreshores, meet for a coffee or a meal at one of the many waterside cafes and restaurants, visit one of the unique attractions or enjoy the many events and festivals held throughout the year.
		Historic Houses Trust of News South Wales: The Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales presents 9 exciting museums that reveals Sydney's history.
		Royal Botanic Gardens: The Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney are an oasis of tranquillity and greenery in the heart of the city.
	www.clickforaustralia.com /NSWSitesToSee1.htm (645 words)

	icNorthWales - Historic houses to visit
		Aberconwy House is a medieval merchant's house, dating from the 14th century, the only one of its age to have survived in the town.
		Its namesake, Plas Newydd, Llangollen, is an unusual fl and white house with formal gardens, developed from a cottage by the notorious Ladies of Llangollen, who ran away from their families in Ireland to live together in Wales.
		Both house and gardens are open to the public only on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from June to September.
	icnorthwales.icnetwork.co.uk /holidays/visits/page.cfm?objectid=11174761&method=full&siteid=50142 (424 words)

	The Castles of Wales
		Although often overlooked in favor of the better-known Norman and Edwardian castles, Caergwrle Castle located in northeast Wales, played an important role in the history of conflicts between Welsh prince Llywelyn ap Gruffydd and King Edward I.
		Over the years I've visited and explored many of the region's famous and lesser-known castles, from mighty Chepstow in southeast Wales, to picturesque Beaumaris on the Isle of Anglesey, and charming Ewloe in the north.
		Many are currently under the care of CADW: Welsh Historic Monuments, an organization whose members are dedicated to preserving the many ancient monuments found throughout the land.
	www.castlewales.com /home.html (803 words)

	San Diego North County Real Estate - Encinitas Carlsbad Cardiff Del Mar (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		A variety of housing types and prices are available to buyers ranging in price from under $200,000 to more than $1 million.
		The beaches in the area are outstanding and considered some of the best in the world for surfing with contests held throughout the year.
		The city currently has over 55,000 housing units with more than 3,500 additional units currently in the planning or development stages.
	www.CoastalNorthCounty.com (2059 words)

	Nineteenth Century Sydney Historic Houses
		As a well respected member of Sydney Society Hunt was given ample opportunity to photograph the houses of friends and relatives.
		These include the relatively informal shots of Greencliff in the early stages of construction and the family and children lying in front of their houses.
		Hunt's photographs of public houses such as hotels and Government house can also be found on this web site.
	www.usyd.edu.au /su/macleay/81106/huntbhouses.html (170 words)

	: : Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales - Expertise : :
		Peter is the author of The Gardens of Edna Walling (1981) and Historic Gardens of Victoria (1983), and co-author of An Exquisite Eye: the drawings of Ferdinand Bauer.
		She has worked in cultural heritage management in New South Wales for nearly twenty years, initially in regional areas and at the Powerhouse Museum, and since 1986 with the Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales.
		For a decade prior to joining the Historic Houses Trust she worked in the Department for Planning servicing the Heritage Council of NSW, first as an archaeologist and then as an administrator.
	pandora.nla.gov.au /pan/34958/20030430/www.hht.nsw.gov.au/news_room/expertise.html (2490 words)

	Stately homes, historic houses in North Wales
		The 18th century walled garden is considered important historically.
		This fl and white timbered house was the home of two eccentric Irish ladies, Eleanor Butler and Sarah Ponsonby, known as the Ladies of Llangollen.
		The house is set in a historic park.
	www.britainexpress.com /wales/north/houses.htm (426 words)

	List of historic houses - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		List of historic houses is a link page for any stately home or historic house.
		3 Historic houses in the Republic of Ireland
		This page was last modified 14:46, 26 October 2005.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_historic_houses (70 words)

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