Episode 272 - The decline of the English country house

Published: June 20, 2024, 5 a.m.

This week we\u2019re joined by English Heritage historians\u2019 team leader Dr Andrew Hann and senior properties historian Dr Steven Brindle to discuss the story of Sutton Scarsdale Hall in Derbyshire. We'll cover the decline of this Georgian mansion, the issues that affected many of England\u2019s grand country houses and the work of charities such as English Heritage to save them for the nation.\n\nTo learn more about Sutton Scarsdale Hall or to plan a visit, go to: www.english-heritage.org.uk/sutton-scarsdale-hall\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices