Are you a massive Bridgerton fan and can’t wait for the new series?
Bridgerton was released on Netflix in December 2020 and smashed records to become Netflix’s most viewed TV series. Over 82 million people logged on to watch the steamy period drama.
With the highly anticipated second series due to be released on the 25th March, we thought we’d share some of the UK’s most Instagram worthy stately homes that you can visit to get your Bridgerton fix before the new series is released.
Stately Home
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Hashtag
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Hashtag Count
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Location
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Buckingham Palace
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#buckinghampalace
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1,360,446
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London
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Windsor Castle
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#windsorcastle
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401,573
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Windsor
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Somerset House
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#somersethouse
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256,013
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London
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Blenheim Palace
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#blenheimpalace
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176,129
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Oxford
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Hampton Court Palace
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#hamptoncourtpalace
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152,971
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East Molesey
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Chatsworth House
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#chatsworthhouse
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122,665
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Derbyshire
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Warwick Castle
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#warwickcastle
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118,202
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Warwick
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Castle Howard
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#castlehoward
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58,718
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York
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Buckingham Palace
We all must have heard of Buckingham Palace as it is the most searched stately home on Instagram! With an impressive hashtag count of 1,360,446 for #buckinghampalace, it is the official residence of Her Majesty The Queen and has remained one of the most popular tourist attractions in the capital. Approximately 578,000 people visited Buckingham palace in 2020. rel="nofollow"
The palace has an impressive 775 rooms and the largest private garden in London. You can book a Buckingham Palace tour and explore the stunning state rooms, charming gardens, and famous fine art collections. Visiting Buckingham Palace is a truly majestic day out.
Windsor Castle
#windsorcastle is the second most popular stately home on Instagram with a hashtag count of 401,573. Being the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world means there is plenty for history lovers to explore and learn on a visit.
Windsor Castle is easily reachable on a day trip from London and there is a wide variety of tours available including half-day, full-day, and audio tours. The magnificent castle is rumoured to be the Queen's favourite residence and was also the venue for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding in 2018.
Somerset House
Somerset House is situated on the Strand in central London near Covent Garden and has an impressive hashtag count of 256,013 for #somersethouse. Built on historic foundations, Somerset House is London's working arts centre which attracts the UK's largest creative community.
It hosts a variety of exhibitions and events throughout the year and is home to one of the most beautiful courtyards in Europe.
Blenheim Palace
#BlenheimPalace is a popular hashtag on Instagram with 176,129 people capturing their experience with photos of the spectacular stately home. Blenheim Palace is a World Heritage Site with over 300 years of history and is home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and their family.
The country house has 2,100 acres of beautiful parkland and gardens to explore. You can pre-book tickets to the Blenheim Palace and gardens online or purchase an annual pass and visit as many times as you like in a 12-month period.
Castle Howard
Castle Howard is a stunning historic house near York. #castlehoward has a total of 58,718 posts on Instagram, maybe because it was the backdrop to several scenes in Bridgerton, making it the perfect place for fans of the period drama to visit. The stately home boasts stunning interiors, a world-renowned fine art collection, and beautiful grounds and gardens.
Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is a Grade I listed royal palace that is located just 12 miles from Central London. It is the former home of Henry VIII and his many wives and boasts elegant interiors and 60 acres of stunning outdoor space.
All tickets to Hampton Court Palace include audio guides so you can learn the history of the palace. Costumed talks take place daily and there is also an exciting programme of events taking place throughout the year such as the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival. With 152,971 posts on Instagram with #hamptoncourtpalace, you’re bound to have a good day out.
Chatsworth House
Chatsworth House is a stately home in the Derbyshire Dales surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Peak District, with #chatsworthhouse reaching an impressive count of 122,665 posts. It is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire and features 24 rooms and 1,000 acres of beautiful parkland. Various period dramas have been filmed at the house including Pride and Prejudice, Peaky Blinders, and The Duchess.
Summary
Bridgerton quickly became Netflix’s biggest hit ever with millions of people logging in to watch the romantic period drama. If you want to get your Bridgerton fix before the new series is released later this month, why not plan a trip to one of the UK’s most Instagrammable stately homes?
Above are some of the most beautiful and majestic homes in the UK where you can experience impressive architecture and history from the regency era.