Eastnor Castle
Completed in 1820, Eastnor Castle, a turreted Norman-revival mock-castle extravaganza on the eastern outskirts of Ledbury, includes magnificent neo-Gothic salons designed by 19th-century architect Augustus Pugin. The Hervey-Bathurst family has restored other grand rooms, full of tapestries, gilt-framed paintings, Regency chandeliers, old armchairs, and enormous sofas, making Eastnor a must-see for lovers of English interior decoration. In the Little Library, look out for the rare game of Life Pool, originally played on the billiards table. The grounds include a knight’s maze and an adventure playground to keep kids entertained (along with an ice cream parlor). Opening days vary throughout the season; check the website before you visit. There are also two cottages and a campsite within the deer park.
