Holker Hall, Country house and garden in Lower Holker, England.
Holker Hall is a country house with adjoining gardens in Lower Holker, England. The estate spans about 23 acres and combines formal gardens with woodland areas, featuring varied plant collections and landscaping across multiple terraces.
After a fire in 1871 destroyed the original structure, architects Paley & Austin rebuilt it in Neo-Elizabethan style using materials from the estate. This reconstruction defined the house as it appears today.
The house displays furniture and artworks transferred from Chatsworth House, reflecting the connection between these two English estates. Visitors can see how these pieces shape the character of the rooms.
The estate offers free parking and a café serving local food, with a gift shop accessible without entry tickets. The gardens are fully wheelchair accessible, making it easy for all visitors to explore the grounds.
The Great Holker Lime tree, one of Britain's most notable trees, grows on the grounds and impresses visitors with its exceptional size. Its massive trunk stands as a quiet witness to the garden's long history.
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