At Home at Highclere

About the book

Join Lady Carnarvon and discover the fascinating life behind the scenes at the 'real Downton Abbey'.

'A gorgeous book with beautiful photos, and a historical document to boot.' - Steve Wright

Lady Carnarvon's love of history is richly rewarded at Highclere Castle with its mine of family records going back some 300 years. She has delved into the archives to create a book that invites you inside the Castle, past and present.

Throughout the centuries, Highclere has welcomed Royalty, Statesmen, Egyptologists and pioneers of technology along with men and women from the worlds of music, art and letters. The etiquette of the invitation, the balance of guests at a weekend house party, their 'placement' at dinners, and the entertainment of friends, as...