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Welcome To. The centre of the Estate today is Stratfield Saye House where the 1st Duke lived from 1818 to 1852. But there are now, over 200 years later, many different businesses and activities on the Estate. Wellington Country Park is an award-winning destination for a family day in the country.
The estate was purchased by the state in 1817, so that it could be given by a grateful nation to the victorious Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington. The government gave £600,000 for the construction of a proposed "Waterloo Palace" to rival Blenheim Palace, home of the Dukes of Marlborough.
Visit the 1st Duke’s London Home, Apsley House. Book Tickets for Apsley House. View the fascinating collection of paintings and furniture and see the wonderful Wellington Exhibition featuring The Duke of Wellington's magnificent funeral carriage and charting his military and political life.
Stratfield Saye House. After the Duke of Wellington’s victory against Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo, the Duke chose Stratfield Saye as his country estate. Stratfield Saye Park, Hampshire, RG7 2BZ. Get Directions. Visit. Free.
The Duke of Wellington is famous for his major role in the Napoleonic war. The centre of the Wellington Estate is Stratfield Saye House, which has been home to the Dukes of Wellington for over 200 years.
About. Home of the Dukes of Wellington since 1817, Stratfield Saye House has a unique collection of paintings, furniture and personal effects of the Great Duke, including his magnificent funeral carriage, military regalia and campaign trophies. Stratfield Saye House sits within the Wellington. Read More.
17 de set. de 2022 · Although its origins date back before the 12th century, the estate fell to the Wellington family in 1817 when it was purchased by the state and given to Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington in thanks for his victory in the Battle of Waterloo. The Duke went on to live at the estate until 1852.
