After her marriage to Prince Albert in 1840, Queen Victoria felt the need for a family residence in the country. In 1845 the royal couple purchased the property with an estate of 342 acres, plus the adjacent Barton Manor. Before the deeds had even changed hands, architect Thomas Cubitt had been approached - firstly to build a new wing and then to demolish the old house and add further wings. Once... More details
Liverpool was awarded the European Capital of Culture 2008. The vibrant city is renowned for its arts & culture and is home to numerous museums & galleries including a branch of the Tate Gallery. Read more ...
