Mapperton Orangery with Crab Apple blossom. Who would have thought that the comings and goings here at Mapperton would be watched by so many people from all over the world?We are delighted that the Mapperton Live videos on YouTube now…
We are delighted to announce that Mapperton has been chosen as one of the best wedding vendors in the UK! The award recognises Mapperton as one of the most recommended venues by married couples. Hitched are celebrating wedding businesses that…
From all of us here at Mapperton, very best wishes for a happy, peaceful and hopefully a slightly more “normal” year as we enter 2022! Although Mapperton House & Gardens is closed at the moment, rest assured: there is still…
A new history of Mapperton near Beaminster tells the tale of the historic manor house and estate that is now the family home of the Earl and Countess of Sandwich. The author of Mapperton, Dr Tim Connor, says: “The book is a history, not…
American Viscountess launches new crowdfunded series on British country houses and estates Fans of ‘An American Aristocrat’s Guide to Great Estates’ will be thrilled to know that America’s favourite Viscountess is returning for a new country house series. But this…
King Ferdinand of Navarre and his friends vow celibacy for three years in order to devote themselves to scholarly pursuits. They forswear women for this period in order to keep their minds solely focused on learning. Unfortunately for them, they…
Mapperton opened its doors to visitors on Sunday 3 March for the 2019 season. The House & Gardens are open from 3rd March to 31st October, Sunday to Thursday, 10am – 5pm. The recently renovated Coach House café is also open, serving brunches,…
One of the 18th century’s most infamous and shocking murders has a particular resonance for one of the volunteer guides at Mapperton House and Gardens. Singer Katharine Halliwell, joined the team of guides at Mapperton, near Beaminster, this year. Katharine,…
A summer of very special events is planned at Mapperton House and Gardens. From the Mapperton Creepy Crawly Show, featuring three days of family fun and a hands-on display of reptiles and insects, to concerts, open-air theatre and a wedding…
Ruth Harger, one of Mapperton’s new volunteer guides, says she is excited to be learning about the history of the Montagu family and Mapperton – and the latest display for visitors. Ruth, from Drimpton, who has recently retired after 15…