The magnificent estate at Stratfield Saye was the reward for the 1st Duke of Wellington on his heroic return from the Battle of Waterloo.
The house, built of mellow gold stonework, dates from around 1630. Later additions, including the two outer wings and conservatory, were colour-blended to match the original construction. The Hall houses an amazing display of items, including busts of Wellington and Napoleon and paintings depicting the events at Waterloo and the Peninsular War. In the Ice House paddock is the grave of Copenhagen, Wellington’s favourite charger. It is marked by a headstone and a turkey oak, grown from an acorn planted when the horse was buried.
For further details see www.stratfield-saye.co.uk or contact 01256 882694.
The Estate Office, Stratfield Saye, Hampshire, RG7 2BT
