Basing House was once the country's largest private house, the palace of the powerful courtier William Paulet, Marquess of Winchester. A rich servant of the Tudor sovereigns, his new buildings covered about 10 acres & formed the last of a succession of castles. The earthwork banks of the castle still dominate the ruins.
The wealth and power of the Paulet family, their loyalty to the crown and... 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 ...
