Marble Hill was built in the 1720s for Henrietta Howard, mistress of King George II, as a retreat from court life. Saved from destruction and development by an Act of Parliament in 1902, Marble Hill is the last complete survivor of the elegant villas and gardens that once bordered the Thames. Inside the house, you can discover a taste of Georgian life with freshly conserved interiors and new displays that tell the story of Henrietta Howard, Marble Hill’s remarkable owner. Outside, explore over sixty acres of riverside parkland, with restored gardens, reinvigorated woods and even a nine pin bowling alley.

Places to Visit

From houses of the gentry to public spaces and heritage sites, please take a look at the locations of our other partners’ properties.