The Hidden Manor in the British Countryside — Iford Manor

Iford Manor is celebrated as one of the most beautiful villages in Britain and Ireland, with the manor exuding a unique Italian charm! Since Harold Peto purchased and redesigned it in 1899, the manor has become an “Italian garden” in the British countryside. The estate is filled with the essence of Italian romantic architecture: exquisite loggias, statues, and pavilions that playfully interact with each other, lush hedge rows, and tranquil water features, making it a perfect spot for photography 📸! 🌸 Must-Visit Checklist 🌳 Linden Tree-lined Avenue ⛲️ Italian-style Ponds and Statues 🏛 Loggias and the Hall designed by Peto himself ⏰ Opening Hours Open from April to September, 11:00 - 16:00 Admission: £7.00 (book online in advance) 🚞 Transportation Take a train from London Paddington to Bath Spa, then switch to a train to Freshford, and it’s about a 25-minute walk from there 🚶‍♀️. #UK #BritishLife #UKTravel #OffTheBeatenPath #railcard #WeekendGetaways #LondonLife #LondonWeekend #LondonSurroundings