Highclere castle

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Early in the 8th Earl of Carnarvon’s stewardship of Highclere Castle, the Countess would often pad down the great oak staircase at 4am to make a cup of tea and then they would sit up in bed discussing the future.

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Highclere Castle, Hampshire, England by baldychops

A familiar view for regular viewers of Downton Abbey, this hall sits at the top of the magnificent staircase at Highclere Castle. The 1860s…

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Mistress of the Real Downton Abbey - Fiona, 8th Countess of Carnarvon, laughs when I admit I’m uncertain how to properly address her. “Well, it’s normally ‘Lady Carnarvon.’ Is that OK with you?” she asks gently.