Winstanley Hall belonged to my mom's family. This Canadian girl appreciated seeing it and hopefully it can be saved! It would be a shame to see a part of my maternal family history.
Julie, if only my history professors had your clear, well-paced, presentation style! Thanks to you and your production team for top-notch research and quality video vignettes. As always, a good balance of history and entertainment.
The thing is, they weren't truly. The costs to inherit and maintain are severely inhibited by the governments, local and "federal." They should be finding ways to incentivize ownership and restoration. The biggest issue is roofs failing. Even if they could maintain those it would make a HUGE difference. Then offer tax breaks for owners and restorers.
@@stephjezo6470 There were 40,000 abandoned buildings in NYC. This was due to rent control which made maintenance of these buildings impossible. As a result, the landlords collected rent and allowed the buildings to rot until closure. They simply dropped the buildings. The city refused to allow new owners to buy them without the back taxes and such.
Here’s a clue. Buildings at risk. Just give it away with the guarantee of restoration. Don’t allow locals to dictate the color of the drapes. Put in some parameters for getting it done. Why couldn’t they be sold for monthly vacation slots. You get 12X per habitation. I know. how dare they. Ok. Let is rot and fall into the ground.
Next to Witley Court is the parish church, never owned by the Court itself. It is one of the finest Baroque churches in the country It remains an active parish church
Hi, Julie😊 It’s so sad to see these beautiful buildings derelict. My favourite is the manor house in Scotland. Thank you for sharing these abandoned buildings.
I was looking for low priced castles to fix up in Scotland or Ireland and I went to Scotland this year to a lot of sacred sites and amazing places. Have you been there? I liked it.
I love that red blazer! Great video! I’m not upset about the first palace you featured because it isn’t as ancient as the others but it’s sad to see a historical house go to ruin!
Fascinating overview. While it's regrettable some of these homes may be lost, some satisfaction may be taken from recent success stories such as the ongoing rehabilitation of Croome Court and Wentworth Woodhouse and of course, you and the Vicount's efforts to maintain your home.
Loved this post Julie and you look amazing as always... but, I'm going to go against the grain and say filming from a desk feels like something between a newscast and the queen's Christmas message (on account of the frames). I think if you were in your own normal natural environments around the house, the kitchen table, the grounds or the villa that this is where your relatable strength lies. This desk set up feels a little unusual for you and school projectish. It was more comfortable when you and Luke where in your living space during the sponsor portion. Keep on keeping on. You're both awesome ❤️
@@mbwyatt1978 and now a reply from a subscriber. Hadn't really contemplated the desk setting. Probably because the red blazer was so striking i just focused on AV. Looking forward to the renovations of the cottage and gardens, as well. Since you've picked up gardening and are in Australia, check out Mark at "self sufficient me." Informative and fun. My husband and i have enjoyed his channel, as well.
@@sknap2728 I have actually discovered (and enjoy) Self Sufficient Me ... but, living in Melbourne's baron West and watching Mark in the QLD tropics feels like chalk and cheese when it comes to environment.
@@mbwyatt1978 well, maybe so. I'm in the North American west, so a high desert. But, so many gardening tips and techniques that can be used can be incorpirated regardless if the environment. Worth a shot. Epic Gardening is also pretty good. Warmer southern California climate.
Witley Court is an amazing place, now under the care of English Heritage. Some years ago, before it was tidied up, it felt other worldly, few visitors, the grounds overgrown and like the forest in a Grimm's fairy tale. The wild blackberries grew everywhere, and had the most gorgeous flavour. The last few years has seen the loss of the ghosts of the wilderness, but it is now easy to imagine the more civilised ghosts of the family that lived there, and their guests at sumptuous parties. I'm so glad that they have restored the fountain, it was a wonderful sight on my last visit. It's truly a magical place to visit. Unfortunately, I am no longer unable to walk far enough, so my next visit will have to wait until I succumb to a mobility scooter
I first read about Witley Court in "The Bolter," a biography of Idina Sackville. Euan Wallace, her first husband, fell in love with Barbie Lutyens at a Witley house party in about 1920. Idina was laid up with a bad chest virus that went on and on and couldn't be there, paving the way for fortune hunter Barbie. Idina's jealous sister, Avise, engineered the meeting with Barbie at the Ward daughter's house party. At the time, it was considered one of the finest country homes in England. I enjoyed seeing photos of the ruins here.
Yes, we all can dream...would LOVE to have the "manpower' DAILY HELP, funds, to live in the Midevil castle - what a dream....thank you for this video...now, my mid day nap and that castle will be decorated in my mind....I'm 73 years young....and love decorating. Love you and Luke - here in USA as you know Julie, Thanksgiving is upon us....I'm personally thankful for you and Luke with your family providing "shutins" entertainment. God bless you all...
I cant even imagine owning any one of these....it would take hours just to see the whole house......the amount of money for upkeep alone and all the staff u would need just to clean it, blows my mind! Ive been to Ireland and toured a few castles and they were absolutely beautiful! I can only imagine what that life style would be! Thanks for the video, Julie! 😃 Awesome as always!
I have to agree with the other poster that mentioned the red blazer! The red looks absolutely amazing on you, Julie! So sad to see so many castles and mansions just sinking into ruin. Would that all of them could be saved and preserved.
It amazes me how many vacant Castles, mansions etc. There are a lot of bloggers who film and give what history they find about it. Which is really cool but so sad so many are falling apart. Wish alot could be restored. Love your videos thanks for going farther into the history.
I'm amazed at the energy you and Luke, the Pethericks (in France) and Hopwood Dupree (Hopwood Hall) have for such extensive and detailed restorations; some of those Top 5 abandoned places could be fabulous community-managed spaces in the same vein of Dumfries House, I live in hope!
I can remember visiting Gwrych Castle as a child in the early 60s when it was in the theme park stage and they had apartments to rent inside the castle.
Thanks for the info. Sometimes mansions and stately residencies are closed and even neglected until a renewed interest is shown in them . Recall reading that Chatsworth was closed for about forty years before full restoration. In Jamaica Rose Hall Great House built in the 1770s fell into ruin, but was fully restored in the 1960s. Today it is a venue for tours, weddings etc.
I think YOU AND LUKE would be the perfect people to buy a couple of those mansions/castles for restoration! After all, Julie, you’re quite brilliant at breathing new life into older homes!👍🏼❤️😅 Fascinating video! Thanks for sharing and Happy Thanksgiving 🦃😋
Just to add Whitley Court is open to the public and you can look around a lot of it and the gardens. There is an entry fee but it well worth it, to imagine the grandeur and splendour of this amazing property.
I hate to see the very old Cathedrals (even from before The Norman Conquest!) torn down with only stones and random arches. I’m sure there are numerous reasons as to why and what happened. However, Henry VIII dissolutions of The Monastery makes me angry and sad 😢
I've always loved the great houses of the UK. They are old, lovely, quirky and really quite sturdy compared to American wood frame structures. The only thing that makes me shudder is the roofs. They seem to leak a bit. Be that as it may, if I had bottomless pockets and endless patience, I would love to restore one of their old houses. Gwrych is my favorite. It must be the best jungle gym ever. It reminds me of Kylemore Abbey. I do really like Dalnalwillan Lodge. I am from the sparsely populated great plains of the U.S. and there is something very appealing about this lonely lodge with uninterrupted views and big skies. It should only be approached by horse and open carriage or on foot.
Scotland does 'not have property taxes' and if only England did not, this would help and yet they re supposed to use that money to keep things up. it would help to not need to pay so much for it all, and the same with the U.S. and so many other places! I live in the U.S. and really find the taxes in NYS getting horrid! I understand we are the highest and it is truly causing people to sell homes and leave here. Many lovely huge estate are being abandoned around her too now. But I do not feel we have the lovely ones that you do in your country, as they go back so far and have such grand history and it truly excites me to see them and know all about them! My husband found in his ancestry he goes back to King Henry the 2nd and 3rd and of course down to his mom! Plantagenet and Tudors. Llong story' but we are in the U.S. and certainly not rich. lol I love, Mansions and Castles, but could not afford one of course, or keeping it up after purchasing it, as it would be super high paying for help and so much more. Guess I would need "work a ways" people who worked for a place to live and food, and they do whatever their talent renders and is needed by the owners. But would really love owning if younger, and able, but that is not happening. We can still dream. You actually did not need to dream, and it all just happened though, Julie. It is wonderful and you were meant for this time and to be with Luke. My husband used to do carpentry very well, but our son on the other hand, has his own business in construction and has worked for some rich people and is good with his building, restorations etc. He lives a distance from us though, near Canadian border. He does well with this work and loves it. Not easy now paying for your heat and taxes and other things needed to keep things up and one needs things done right the first time, so you do live in a nice home no matter how large or small it might be! Thank you, Julie and Luke, for showing the Mansions/Castles and also all you do and set up for us all, who may not have money to help as patrons, but can at least join you here and every little bit should help! ( we hope so anyway_)
Julie, you are a wonderful teacher of British history, which I have always loved. Despite also being an American. From Hinsdale! Thank you for sharing your excellent research in a very fascinating, approachable and entertaining way that keeps and sparks one's interest. Special Christmas light and love to you and your family!
My great father James Townley parents came from England an grandpa was informed he was in line for a castle but had to refuse it for lack of money.. He was in America by then.
Witley Court - you got the history wrong, there was a small fire during WW1, Most of the contents were saved, but as the men who would have carried out the repairs were at war, the house was left, much of the lead on the roof was stolen and the the house fell into desrepair. It has been derelict for over 60 yrs, I have spent hours at Witley Court. The one area that was undamaged were the wine cellars, which are like huge vaults and must have housed thousands of bottles of wine. The numbers for the slots for each wine bottle is pained in Roman numerals. Sir Billy Butlin wanted to buy the Posiedon fountain, but it remains in the derelect garden. The adjoining church was not damaged and is the most remarkable example of Roccoco art/architecture in the UK - and gives an idea of the magnificence of what Witley Court must have been like.
These castles and mansions look nice on tv, but the sad reality is they are a nightmare to maintain once you own them. Many properties like this a full time staff to clean and do repairs. If you have horses on site there are more staffing costs. Then there are property taxes, utilities, security detail and many hidden costs. I would imagine the average UK mansion and estate land could potentially cost well over $1,000,000 per year just to maintain and staff. Many owners have resorted to renting out the facilities for film shoots and weddings. Others also do tours for the public. Others may even have an air bnb.
Hi Julie! Thanks for this weeks' vlog. Here's an American example! When I lived in Philadelphia 45 years ago I heard about the neglected and abandoned Widener mansion, Lynnewood. Here's info about this interesting American mansion: ua-cam.com/video/J4uGmONRwHA/v-deo.html and en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynnewood_Hall.
Would be a good selling point, if a Title came with the Purchase. Some of the largest estates are just too big, and would cost too much to restore and maintain.
@@catherinecornick7940 Me three! 😃 It usually takes more than own person buying in anymore. Doing the work and maybe having volunteers help out giving the a place to stay and bathroom, so would need to get rooms going first. It takes money though to start out.
Interesting but so sad, as well. If (and that's a big if) I had the money to purchase one of these once fine homes, I would by the one in Wales. It must have spectacular views being right on the ocean. Thanks Julie for another great video. Your history lessons are so interesting. College professors could learn a lot on presentation from you. 😊
Looking amazing in your red blazer! I look forward to your weekend posts to learn about anything you want to share with us. I hope the fate of some of these houses can turn around..
Have a look at Glynllifon, which is just outside Caernarfon.... This is the venue for the celebrations after the Prince Charles's investiture at Caernarfon castle.. It was recently up for sale for around £2mil
Compared to the USA and Italy, I believe that there are very few abandoned mansions in the UK. I heard that the Queens Trust (?) sees to maintaining a lot of these buildings and I think that’s great! But, in cases like with these 5 you mentioned, what eventually happens to them…does the government take them over (especially if taxes aren’t paid) or…..???? How can one find out about them?
There are two main organisations looking after property in England, the National Trust and English Heritage. Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales have their own organisations. Throughout the country there are also organisations and charities that care for individual properties.
@@PLuMUK54 thank you…that’s what I meant the National Trust. If you came to Italy..there are so many more…it’s a real shame! I believe the thing that ruins it here in Italy is the fact that the bureaucracy is so complicated! Papers, papers and more papers and people just give up!
What a pity that these magnificent and beautiful buildings, so rich in history, have been allowed to go to wrack and ruin. Sadly, only a multi-millionaire or a hotel chain would be able to afford the renovations, keeping them in private hands or open to the select few who could afford to stay there; that would be just as great a loss to the Nation as not having them restored to their former glories and opened to the public to enjoy.
Whitney too has so much potential.. doesn't the UK have any laws pertaining to preservation of these historic places?? Gwrych Castle could be a dream...
As a previous poster noted, the ruins have been stabilized to minimize further deterioration and the gardens, including a massive Baroque style fountain, have been partially restored. Restoring the interiors would be a herculean task, especially if their pre fire appearance is not well documented.
Winstanley Hall belonged to my mom's family. This Canadian girl appreciated seeing it and hopefully it can be saved! It would be a shame to see a part of my maternal family history.
Julie, if only my history professors had your clear, well-paced, presentation style! Thanks to you and your production team for top-notch research and quality video vignettes. As always, a good balance of history and entertainment.
Wow, thank you!
@@AmericanViscountess Whitley Court would be a wonderful accomplishment to restore. Julie, how would I go about more information on the undertaking?
It's such a shame seeing those buildings forgotten and unloved.
The thing is, they weren't truly. The costs to inherit and maintain are severely inhibited by the governments, local and "federal." They should be finding ways to incentivize ownership and restoration. The biggest issue is roofs failing. Even if they could maintain those it would make a HUGE difference. Then offer tax breaks for owners and restorers.
@@stephjezo6470 There were 40,000 abandoned buildings in NYC. This was due to rent control which made maintenance of these buildings impossible. As a result, the landlords collected rent and allowed the buildings to rot until closure. They simply dropped the buildings. The city refused to allow new owners to buy them without the back taxes and such.
Here’s a clue. Buildings at risk. Just give it away with the guarantee of restoration. Don’t allow locals to dictate the color of the drapes. Put in some parameters for getting it done. Why couldn’t they be sold for monthly vacation slots. You get 12X per habitation. I know. how dare they. Ok. Let is rot and fall into the ground.
@@stephjezo6470 yeah I know, it's still a shame
Witley Court is not abandoned. It is maintained as a ruin by English Heritage. It's a truly magical place to visit.
Next to Witley Court is the parish church, never owned by the Court itself. It is one of the finest Baroque churches in the country It remains an active parish church
Hi, Julie😊 It’s so sad to see these beautiful buildings derelict. My favourite is the manor house in Scotland. Thank you for sharing these abandoned buildings.
You’re welcome 😊
I was looking for low priced castles to fix up in Scotland or Ireland and I went to Scotland this year to a lot of sacred sites and amazing places. Have you been there? I liked it.
9:52 why are you calling sweaters jumpers? They don’t come sweaters in Europe?
I love Winstanley because it dates back to the 1200’s. A castle that old must have great character.
I love that red blazer! Great video! I’m not upset about the first palace you featured because it isn’t as ancient as the others but it’s sad to see a historical house go to ruin!
Oh thank you!
Fascinating overview. While it's regrettable some of these homes may be lost, some satisfaction may be taken from recent success stories such as the ongoing rehabilitation of Croome Court and Wentworth Woodhouse and of course, you and the Vicount's efforts to maintain your home.
Loved this post Julie and you look amazing as always... but, I'm going to go against the grain and say filming from a desk feels like something between a newscast and the queen's Christmas message (on account of the frames). I think if you were in your own normal natural environments around the house, the kitchen table, the grounds or the villa that this is where your relatable strength lies. This desk set up feels a little unusual for you and school projectish. It was more comfortable when you and Luke where in your living space during the sponsor portion. Keep on keeping on. You're both awesome ❤️
Yes, I agree completely! We have VERY exciting plans for 2023 - and you won't be seeing me at this desk ever again! :-)
@@mbwyatt1978 and now a reply from a subscriber. Hadn't really contemplated the desk setting. Probably because the red blazer was so striking i just focused on AV. Looking forward to the renovations of the cottage and gardens, as well. Since you've picked up gardening and are in Australia, check out Mark at "self sufficient me." Informative and fun. My husband and i have enjoyed his channel, as well.
@@sknap2728 I have actually discovered (and enjoy) Self Sufficient Me ... but, living in Melbourne's baron West and watching Mark in the QLD tropics feels like chalk and cheese when it comes to environment.
@@mbwyatt1978 well, maybe so. I'm in the North American west, so a high desert. But, so many gardening tips and techniques that can be used can be incorpirated regardless if the environment. Worth a shot. Epic Gardening is also pretty good. Warmer southern California climate.
Totally agree, a bit too newscast setting. Loved seeing a more informal relaxed setting for you. 👍
Manor house in Scotland is crying out for love
I love the Country homes of England. I can understand that their upkeep is a tremendous burden, but wow are they treasures!
Witley Court is an amazing place, now under the care of English Heritage.
Some years ago, before it was tidied up, it felt other worldly, few visitors, the grounds overgrown and like the forest in a Grimm's fairy tale. The wild blackberries grew everywhere, and had the most gorgeous flavour.
The last few years has seen the loss of the ghosts of the wilderness, but it is now easy to imagine the more civilised ghosts of the family that lived there, and their guests at sumptuous parties. I'm so glad that they have restored the fountain, it was a wonderful sight on my last visit.
It's truly a magical place to visit. Unfortunately, I am no longer unable to walk far enough, so my next visit will have to wait until I succumb to a mobility scooter
I first read about Witley Court in "The Bolter," a biography of Idina Sackville. Euan Wallace, her first husband, fell in love with Barbie Lutyens at a Witley house party in about 1920. Idina was laid up with a bad chest virus that went on and on and couldn't be there, paving the way for fortune hunter Barbie. Idina's jealous sister, Avise, engineered the meeting with Barbie at the Ward daughter's house party. At the time, it was considered one of the finest country homes in England. I enjoyed seeing photos of the ruins here.
Yes, we all can dream...would LOVE to have the "manpower' DAILY HELP, funds, to live in the Midevil castle - what a dream....thank you for this video...now, my mid day nap and that castle will be decorated in my mind....I'm 73 years young....and love decorating. Love you and Luke - here in USA as you know Julie, Thanksgiving is upon us....I'm personally thankful for you and Luke with your family providing "shutins" entertainment. God bless you all...
Heartbroken to see these historic homes abandoned.
Energetic Julie sitting down whilst trying to talk with her hands. We know you want to stand up Julie! Go for it!
You never cease to entertain and inform.
Keep up the great work.
Hi from down under.
Hey, thanks!
Very informative! Julie is a natural commentator!
Wow, thank you!
I cant even imagine owning any one of these....it would take hours just to see the whole house......the amount of money
for upkeep alone and all the staff u would need just to clean it, blows my mind! Ive been to Ireland and toured a few
castles and they were absolutely beautiful! I can only imagine what that life style would be! Thanks for the video, Julie! 😃
Awesome as always!
I have to agree with the other poster that mentioned the red blazer! The red looks absolutely amazing on you, Julie! So sad to see so many castles and mansions just sinking into ruin. Would that all of them could be saved and preserved.
Thank you for sharing. Can't even imagine the cost to renovate and maintain.
It amazes me how many vacant Castles, mansions etc. There are a lot of bloggers who film and give what history they find about it. Which is really cool but so sad so many are falling apart. Wish alot could be restored. Love your videos thanks for going farther into the history.
I'm amazed at the energy you and Luke, the Pethericks (in France) and Hopwood Dupree (Hopwood Hall) have for such extensive and detailed restorations; some of those Top 5 abandoned places could be fabulous community-managed spaces in the same vein of Dumfries House, I live in hope!
Go check out the project Escape to Rural France has taken on!
I can remember visiting Gwrych Castle as a child in the early 60s when it was in the theme park stage and they had apartments to rent inside the castle.
Thanks for the info. Sometimes mansions and stately residencies are closed and even neglected until a renewed interest is shown in them . Recall reading that Chatsworth was closed for about forty years before full restoration.
In Jamaica Rose Hall Great House built in the 1770s fell into ruin, but was fully restored in the 1960s. Today it is a venue for tours, weddings etc.
My favorite is the castle in Wales. I would LOVE to restore it! It’s free to dream, right? 😊
I think YOU AND LUKE would be the perfect people to buy a couple of those mansions/castles for restoration!
After all, Julie, you’re quite brilliant at breathing new life into older homes!👍🏼❤️😅
Fascinating video!
Thanks for sharing and Happy Thanksgiving 🦃😋
Just to add Whitley Court is open to the public and you can look around a lot of it and the gardens. There is an entry fee but it well worth it, to imagine the grandeur and splendour of this amazing property.
All those mansions are a sad loss to there families!
I hate to see the very old Cathedrals (even from before The Norman Conquest!) torn down with only stones and random arches. I’m sure there are numerous reasons as to why and what happened. However, Henry VIII dissolutions of The Monastery makes me angry and sad 😢
Don’t be angry at what happened 500 years ago! we wouldn’t have nearly as many glorious stately homes if the monasteries weren’t dissolved.
I've always loved the great houses of the UK. They are old, lovely, quirky and really quite sturdy compared to American wood frame structures. The only thing that makes me shudder is the roofs. They seem to leak a bit. Be that as it may, if I had bottomless pockets and endless patience, I would love to restore one of their old houses. Gwrych is my favorite. It must be the best jungle gym ever. It reminds me of Kylemore Abbey. I do really like Dalnalwillan Lodge. I am from the sparsely populated great plains of the U.S. and there is something very appealing about this lonely lodge with uninterrupted views and big skies. It should only be approached by horse and open carriage or on foot.
This was very interesting. I would love to see you do a story on Haverholme Priory, the family home of Denys Finch Hatton. Thank you!
Love the history and architecture lessons that you include in your vlogs.
More to come!
Scotland does 'not have property taxes' and if only England did not, this would help and yet they re supposed to use that money to keep things up. it would help to not need to pay so much for it all, and the same with the U.S. and so many other places!
I live in the U.S. and really find the taxes in NYS getting horrid! I understand we are the highest and it is truly causing people to sell homes and leave here. Many lovely huge estate are being abandoned around her too now. But I do not feel we have the lovely ones that you do in your country, as they go back so far and have such grand history and it truly excites me to see them and know all about them! My husband found in his ancestry he goes back to King Henry the 2nd and 3rd and of course down to his mom! Plantagenet and Tudors. Llong story' but we are in the U.S. and certainly not rich. lol
I love, Mansions and Castles, but could not afford one of course, or keeping it up after purchasing it, as it would be super high paying for help and so much more. Guess I would need "work a ways" people who worked for a place to live and food, and they do whatever their talent renders and is needed by the owners. But would really love owning if younger, and able, but that is not happening. We can still dream. You actually did not need to dream, and it all just happened though, Julie. It is wonderful and you were meant for this time and to be with Luke.
My husband used to do carpentry very well, but our son on the other hand, has his own business in construction and has worked for some rich people and is good with his building, restorations etc. He lives a distance from us though, near Canadian border. He does well with this work and loves it.
Not easy now paying for your heat and taxes and other things needed to keep things up and one needs things done right the first time, so you do live in a nice home no matter how large or small it might be!
Thank you, Julie and Luke, for showing the Mansions/Castles and also all you do and set up for us all, who may not have money to help as patrons, but can at least join you here and every little bit should help! ( we hope so anyway_)
Whitley Court would be a wonderful accomplishment to restore. Julie, how would I go about more information on the undertaking?
Julie, you are a wonderful teacher of British history, which I have always loved. Despite also being an American. From Hinsdale! Thank you for sharing your excellent research in a very fascinating, approachable and entertaining way that keeps and sparks one's interest. Special Christmas light and love to you and your family!
I know for a while my family former Culpeper Estates sat abandoned until they were turned into Bed and Breakfast and Flats.
My great father James Townley parents came from England an grandpa was informed he was in line for a castle but had to refuse it for lack of money.. He was in America by then.
Hamilton, has such potential!!! What a tragedy. Sad such is historic structure as Winstanley is in such sad condition. It must be preserved.
Red looks great on you Julie. Love the jacket! Sad to know that any of these magnificent homes are falling to disrepair.
What a beautiful classic vintage l red blazer. You look so Sharp!
It’s so sad to see these beautiful houses in such a state.💗🇦🇺👏 thank you love 💕 you’re shows
Witley Court - you got the history wrong, there was a small fire during WW1, Most of the contents were saved, but as the men who would have carried out the repairs were at war, the house was left, much of the lead on the roof was stolen and the the house fell into desrepair. It has been derelict for over 60 yrs,
I have spent hours at Witley Court. The one area that was undamaged were the wine cellars, which are like huge vaults and must have housed thousands of bottles of wine. The numbers for the slots for each wine bottle is pained in Roman numerals.
Sir Billy Butlin wanted to buy the Posiedon fountain, but it remains in the derelect garden.
The adjoining church was not damaged and is the most remarkable example of Roccoco art/architecture in the UK - and gives an idea of the magnificence of what Witley Court must have been like.
Fantastic that you are back to making videos about grand buildings !
More to come!
Witley Court belongs to English Heritage and is a very popular tourist site with many events happening throughout the year. It is well kept.
These castles and mansions look nice on tv, but the sad reality is they are a nightmare to maintain once you own them. Many properties like this a full time staff to clean and do repairs. If you have horses on site there are more staffing costs. Then there are property taxes, utilities, security detail and many hidden costs. I would imagine the average UK mansion and estate land could potentially cost well over $1,000,000 per year just to maintain and staff. Many owners have resorted to renting out the facilities for film shoots and weddings. Others also do tours for the public. Others may even have an air bnb.
Hi Julie! Thanks for this weeks' vlog. Here's an American example! When I lived in Philadelphia 45 years ago I heard about the neglected and abandoned Widener mansion, Lynnewood. Here's info about this interesting American mansion: ua-cam.com/video/J4uGmONRwHA/v-deo.html and en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynnewood_Hall.
I'd love a vlog on how to actually buy a place like these. Does one need to be a citizen of the UK? How to work with a bank there, etc.
Witley Court kinda reminds me of the King of France’s vast estate at Versailles. Not the building itself but the vastness of the property.
Lovely. Thanks for the tour. Love the Beaufort and Blake website.
Would be a good selling point, if a Title came with the Purchase. Some of the largest estates are just too big, and would cost too much to restore and maintain.
I love this jacket with the big, gold buttons and shoulder pads never goes out of style. OK its ebb and flow. 😂
p.s. found lovely flannel shirt and jumper (sweater) and socks on Beaufort. Only $17 shipping to U.S. 20% discount is great, through 21 NOV!
Viscount and Vicountess Montague would you please highlight dvsa as you have a sizeable platform
Unloved and abandoned 😢 Surely someone will rescue one of them
beautiful places! hope they get restored
I was cleaning and was listening when y’all said “Jumper” I thought it was what Americans call rompers/overalls 😊
You are making us dream Julie...! I would take those castles! :))
Me too if I could afford them
@@catherinecornick7940 Me three! 😃 It usually takes more than own person buying in anymore. Doing the work and maybe having volunteers help out giving the a place to stay and bathroom, so would need to get rooms going first. It takes money though to start out.
You and me both!
Interesting but so sad, as well. If (and that's a big if) I had the money to purchase one of these once fine homes, I would by the one in Wales. It must have spectacular views being right on the ocean. Thanks Julie for another great video. Your history lessons are so interesting. College professors could learn a lot on presentation from you. 😊
If I am interested on the property number 3 in this video.
What I have to do next ?
Loved the last one in the group, Julie. Scotland's magical, generally. Terrifically interesting, and I thank you.
Thank you so much for this insightful video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@AmericanViscountess you are an amazing woman. Your husband must know he married a diamond.
I loooved this video! Please do a part 2 😍😍😍🏰
Coming soon!
Looking amazing in your red blazer! I look forward to your weekend posts to learn about anything you want to share with us. I hope the fate of some of these houses can turn around..
Thank you! Will do!
I would love the 3rd one.....or at least the money to do it!
Lots of fun - SO interesting, thanks
Have a look at Glynllifon, which is just outside Caernarfon.... This is the venue for the celebrations after the Prince Charles's investiture at Caernarfon castle.. It was recently up for sale for around £2mil
Beautiful estate's and castle's, AND equally beautiful red blazer 👍💕🇺🇲🇬🇧
When you hang wet laundry... give each piece a hardy shake. It will dry with less wrinkles.
The last one is perfect for my mother-in-law.
Im getting very much Micky/Minnie mouse vibes from your outfit today❤❤❤ LOVE it!
Great video🎉
The one in Scotland is creaming Wuthering Heights!!
How do you find out if any of these are for sale.
That is so sad beautiful places and so much money spent there ,maybe it's not to late for some one to take them over.
Compared to the USA and Italy, I believe that there are very few abandoned mansions in the UK. I heard that the Queens Trust (?) sees to maintaining a lot of these buildings and I think that’s great! But, in cases like with these 5 you mentioned, what eventually happens to them…does the government take them over (especially if taxes aren’t paid) or…..???? How can one find out about them?
There are two main organisations looking after property in England, the National Trust and English Heritage.
Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales have their own organisations. Throughout the country there are also organisations and charities that care for individual properties.
@@PLuMUK54 thank you…that’s what I meant the National Trust. If you came to Italy..there are so many more…it’s a real shame! I believe the thing that ruins it here in Italy is the fact that the bureaucracy is so complicated! Papers, papers and more papers and people just give up!
I would love to see more of the lodge
I just LOVE LOVE LOVE your videos ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Gwrych is actually pronounced "goo-ruch" (the "ch" is pronounced as a back of the throat sound like Loch), for future reference.
Ahh. Now I get it. Good work!😊🕊
You kids are most fun to watch. 😃
I love the first one.
What a pity that these magnificent and beautiful buildings, so rich in history, have been allowed to go to wrack and ruin. Sadly, only a multi-millionaire or a hotel chain would be able to afford the renovations, keeping them in private hands or open to the select few who could afford to stay there; that would be just as great a loss to the Nation as not having them restored to their former glories and opened to the public to enjoy.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge😊
My pleasure 😊
Anything with a history should be saved. Lots of large houses out there but a past cannot be replaced.
Number 5: the real Skyfall Mansion? It would absolutely make sense to see 007 James Bond living there. :)
Glad I was not the only one with that as my first thought when I saw it.
Is there an classification for the English definition of “Cottage”. Some appear, to me, to be mansions.
I think it’s a small residence with no land. But I’m hoping for a precise definition.
Witley court nice one
Whitney too has so much potential.. doesn't the UK have any laws pertaining to preservation of these historic places?? Gwrych Castle could be a dream...
Witley Court is maintained, as a ruin, by English Heritage. It is a beautiful place to visit.
As a previous poster noted, the ruins have been stabilized to minimize further deterioration and the gardens, including a massive Baroque style fountain, have been partially restored. Restoring the interiors would be a herculean task, especially if their pre fire appearance is not well documented.
That is my dream to restore a castle or Chateau
I would like to see some that are actually for sale.
Very sad! I hope a wealthy family or corporation can buy these and can finish them!
Very nice clothing!!
Thank you! 😊
That was great thank you😊
You are so welcome!
It’s so sad to see these beautiful castles deteriorating. Thanks for sharing 😍😘
Glad you enjoyed it
As an American I only recently realized what we call sweaters, the British call jumper(s)
In America what we call a jumper is a collarless sleeveless loose-fitting dress which is worn with a shirt or a blouse underneath it
I have to say you look wonderful in red
first place is wrong, hamilton palace is in hamilton scotland lol, it was the duke of hamiltons second place after his hunting lodge.
If only we knew the price
I wouldn't mind the chore of restoration, but someone else would have to foot the bills!!!!
Interesting, but the background music far too loud
I’ll take the one in The Scottish Highlands