Different types of architecture in estates, castles and houses

This estate was built in 1906 by Captain Ronald Grevell and his wife Margaret, who became the favorite of King Edward VII after her husband’s death. The architects of the complex were Charles Mewis and Arthur Davis. The modern building of the mansion was built in the style of classicism on the site of an older house. The building is distinguished by rigor and elegance of forms.
Here at the invitation of the hostess Margaret Grevell, the Duke and Duchess of York, subsequently King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, spent their honeymoon. In the mansion garden in the warmer months theatrical performances and music festivals are held, and there is also a shop and a cafe for tourists in the garden.

About the time of the construction of Guildford Castle, not a single historical document has been preserved. Nevertheless, it can be argued that it was built immediately after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The original structure of the castle was a mound surrounded by a moat, as well as a courtyard protected by a wooden palisade, which was typical of the early Norman castles.
The castle basically served as a place of peaceful residence, although its defensive capabilities were quite high and during the reign of King Edward I it was used as a collection point for mercenary army. Throughout history, the castle managed to stay away from the big battles.

Chiswik House is a Palladian-style villa built in 1729 during the reign of George II and intended for Lord Burlington. This villa was built by Burlington not for living, but to house his collection of antiques, therefore there are no bedrooms or a dining room in the house. Masonic symbols, preserved in Chiswik House, indicate that there could be meetings of the Masonic Lodge, to which its owner belonged.
In 1813, a 96-meter conservatory was built on the territory of Chiswik House, the largest in England, which is known for its camellias. In the middle of the 19th century, Chiswik House was decaying and since 1892 it has been used as a hospital.

Santa Maria is worth tasting Italian cuisine. The chefs here cook amazing Neapolitan pizza, calzone and mozzarella. In this place you will be served delicious tiramisu and good gelato. Order good coffee or good lemonade. You will definitely appreciate the excellent atmosphere and wonderful interior.

This museum is located on the territory of the former Hendon airfield. Now it has more than 100 units of aircraft. This is one of the best aviation museums in the world, both in quality and quantity of exhibits, and in the organization of the exhibition itself. The museum is owned by the Department of Defense of the United Kingdom.
Already at the entrance to the museum, visitors are greeted by two legendary fighters - Hawker Hurricaine and Supermarine Spitfire - the main machines of the British Air Force during the Second World War. The exposition also contains a Tall Boy seismic bomb weighing about 5.5 tons. Bear it could only specially modified "Lancaster". They destroyed the bunkers, the launch sites of the V-2 missiles.

In 1871, work began on the railway line. The palace was built by the brothers Lucas, who also built the Royal Albert Hall around the same time. The opening took place on May 24, 1873. After 16 days, the palace burned to the ground. During the fire, a collection of English porcelain was destroyed, including about 4,700 items of historical value.
The palace was built for the people at the end of the 19th century and includes a cultural and entertainment center, an exhibition hall and an indoor ice rink. In the 1930s, the notorious BBC channel began its broadcasting from here. In good weather the terrace of the Alexander Palace overlooks the London skyscrapers Canary Wharf district. The palace is surrounded by 196 arches, as well as beautiful parks.

Review from visitor: "We called in for a weekend lunch for a party of three and ordered 2 main meals and a soup. We didn’t make it clear that all meals should come at the same time so the soup came first and we waited quite a while for the other two (main meals). The staff were very apologetic about this, but really it could have been our fault. The meals were great with fresh foods well cooked with iterating flavours. Decor was cosy but light filled on a dull day...".

Tomorrow you will visit the estate example of Victorian architecture of the 19th century. This castle belonged to the Prime Minister of Queen Victoria. Then you go to the estate built in 1620 with beautiful gardens that have been redeveloped many times. Then you will go to the park which is an English heritage and on the territory of which there is a mansion which is the famous attraction of England.