Castle Howard, Country house in Yorkshire, England.
Castle Howard consists of a central domed section with two balanced wings, featuring Doric columns on the north facade and Corinthian on the south.
The construction of Castle Howard started in 1699 under architect John Vanbrugh, taking over a decade to complete the main structure for the Earl of Carlisle.
The interior holds collections of European porcelain from Sèvres and Meissen, Roman statues, and paintings by masters like Canaletto and Thomas Gainsborough.
The estate opens daily from 10:00 to 17:00 during high season, while in low season the house, shop, and Fitzroy restaurant remain closed.
A fire in November 1940 destroyed significant parts of the building, including the central dome, leading to extensive restoration before public opening in 1952.
Location: Henderskelfe
Inception: 1699
Architects: John Vanbrugh
Architectural style: English Baroque
Website: https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/
Address: Castle Howard Road, York, YO60 7DA YO60 7DA
Website: https://castlehoward.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 54.12139,-0.90583
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:08
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