The Park and Woodland
Blickling’s parkland covers over 4,800 acres and includes ancient trees, open fields, and historic woodland areas. The estate’s deer park is home to herds of fallow deer, maintaining a tradition that dates back to medieval times.
The natural beauty of the landscape complements the grandeur of the mansion, providing a serene backdrop and an important habitat for wildlife.
In 1940, the 10th Earl of Leicester bequeathed Blickling Hall and its estate to the National Trust, ensuring its preservation for future generations. The National Trust has since undertaken extensive restoration and conservation work to maintain the mansion’s structural integrity, its interiors, and the surrounding gardens.
Today, Blickling Hall is open to the public and attracts thousands of visitors annually. It offers a rich educational experience, with exhibitions on the Boleyn family, Jacobean architecture, and the history of the English aristocracy.
Blickling Hall in Literature and Culture
Blickling Hall’s historical and aesthetic appeal has inspired numerous writers, artists, and filmmakers. The house and grounds have appeared in films and television series, often as a quintessential example of an English stately home.
One notable connection is to the author Penelope Lively, who wrote a novel titled Blickling that weaves together themes of history and memory connected to the estate. shutdown123