S2E5:Saltram House, South Devon & Hughenden Manor, Chilterns

Secrets of Britain's Historic Houses and Gardens

5 Oct 202459 minTV-G

Saltram House, in south Devon, was once the country seat of the Parker family. Now, Theresa Parker is receiving some essential treatment. The portrait of her by Joshua Reynolds needs reviving before it goes on loan. Hughenden Manor is a house that helped propel British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli to the very peak of power. But the golden carriage gates are in need of restoration.