Comments on: Calke Abbey: The Un-stately Home

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2023 in Review – Saasdia Travel Gid — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:01:05 +0000

[…] early March I headed to my parents’ for the weekend and we visited Calke Abbey. I also spoke at a global conference on Infertility in front of 1,000 people. It was very nerve […]

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By: Saasdia

Saasdia — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:44:29 +0000

In reply to Rebecca.

Definitely lucky here in England to have a stately home round every corner 🙂 Hope you’re having a good week Rebecca

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By: Saasdia

Saasdia — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:44:04 +0000

In reply to Mike and Kellye Hefner.

Definitely interesting isn’t it, so many families were in the same situation here in England….thanks for following along and glad you enjoyed it 🙂

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By: Saasdia

Saasdia — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:43:33 +0000

In reply to Little Old World.

I liked it too, and it really brought to life the years of the family living there and their varying fortunes – I liked it as it was a bit different. Still a long old week, but hopefully from next week it eases for another couple before ramping up again 🙂

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By: Saasdia

Saasdia — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:42:58 +0000

In reply to The Travel Architect.

It’s definitely got Downton vibes

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By: Saasdia

Saasdia — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:42:43 +0000

In reply to Little Miss Traveller.

Ah it’s definitely worth a stop off Marion if you get the chance!

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By: Saasdia

Saasdia — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:42:25 +0000

In reply to leightontravels.

I was definitely in my element too, I liked the quirk and seeing all the family’s personal collections and items 🙂

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By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:17:19 +0000

Very fascinating to see a place that’s a combination of run-down and luxurious, as it is in the Calke Abbey! You’re fortunate that this lovely estate is close to home, and all the more to spend it with your family!

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By: Mike and Kellye Hefner

Mike and Kellye Hefner — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 22:06:10 +0000

I enjoyed your hike and your tour of the home. What an interesting place, and it’s quite intriguing that the National Trust chose to leave some rooms as they were. How sad though that the family home had to be given up due to inheritance taxes. Wonderful post!

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By: Little Old World

Little Old World — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 14:06:54 +0000

Calke Abbey looks fascinating. I love that the National Trust has kept it as it was when it was handed over to them, it gives such an insight into what life was like for these aristocratic families as their fortunes dwindled. The contrast between the abandoned rooms that are falling to ruin and the grand, lavish spaces is amazing. Hope work’s improved for you 🙂

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