Here our Executive Producer Violet Manners shares with you what you can look forward to in 2024 coming from Duchess.
We have some very exciting projects planned with a range of historic houses and people from across the UK.
Stay tuned for more news about this exciting new chapter, by signing up through the link in our bio and subscribing to our newsletter.
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We are delighted to have brought you a bonus 7th episode of the Knowsley Series, in which Lady Derby speaks to the eminent architectural historian, Librarian to the Duke of Norfolk and Maltravers Herald Extraordinary, Dr John Martin Robinson.
In the episode, Dr Robinson walks us through the extraordinary architecture of Knowsley Hall, and shares with us some of his world-leading knowledge of heraldry.
Here he explains how the famous eagle and child crest was adopted by the Stanley family as their emblem.
Listen to this final episode and the previous six episodes on all podcast streaming sites!
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The extraordinary menagerie of animals built up by the 13th Earl of Derby, included many fascinating animals that are sadly today extinct such as Hawaiian Goose. The 14th Earl put this incredible collection up for auction, with many of the animals finding homes in the London Zoo and in Queen Victoria’s own private zoo.
Here Dr Clemency Fisher explains how the sale unfolded and describes some of the many stunning animals that were sold in the auction.
Listen to this and all our other episodes on all podcast streaming sites.
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Tomorrow sees the release of our 6th episode of this series.
In it, Lady Derby speaks to John Phibbs, Dr David Jacques and Dr Clemency Fisher about the parkland at Knowsley, and the legacy of animals at Knowsley, starting with the 13th Earl’s menagerie and continuing right up to today with the Knowsley Safari Park.
Here we discover the story of how Lancelot Brown became ‘Capability’ Brown, the greatest of Englands landscape designers, responsible for creating out of water and soil the heavenly views and parklands that many great stately homes sit in.
Listen to this episode, like all our episodes on any podcast streaming site, or through the link in our bio.
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The political influence of the Stanley family extends beyond the great Derby prime ministers to many of the women of the family.
Here we learn from Dr Jennifer Davey, about the essential political role women played in shaping Britain’s political life.
Listen to the full episode on all podcast streaming sites, or on our website through the link in our bio.
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There is no doubt that the 14th Earl of Derby had a tremendous impact on Britain and the world throughout his life.
This desire to change the world was forged on his travels across Europe and North America, giving him a great appreciation of the suffering in the world and his ability to change that for good.
Here Lady Derby explains why and how the 14th Earl travelled to America, and shares with us the statement that he wrote in his diary, that has resounded through the centuries about how America could one day have a black president, and indeed did come true in 2008.
Listen to this astonishing & fascinating tale on all podcast platforms, or on our website through the link in our bio
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Tomorrow the 5th episode of our new series airs, in which Lady Derby speaks to two eminent political historians, who reveal to us the astounding political legacy of the Earls of Derby.
Tune in tomorrow to meet Lady Derby’s guests and learn more about the political Earls and the prominent role their wives played in shaping British political life.
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Among the many legendary horses bred by the Earls of Derby, Hyperion is perhaps the best well known.
Here Lord Derby shares a charming story, about when a young Princess Elizabeth, (later Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II) met Hyperion.
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The gardens and park of Knowsley Hall were designed by the legendary landscape designer Capability Brown. Brown is famed for his use of follies and sculpture to punctuate the landscape to thrill & surprise the eye.
The Octagon temple at Knowsley Hall was designed by the renowned 18th century architect William Kent, who was responsible for the design of some of Britain’s finest stately homes.
Guests at Knowsley Hall have the unique opportunity to dine in this charming temple, as well as enjoy the breath-taking architecture & interiors of one of England’s greatest country houses.
Find out more about staying in the glorious surroundings of Knowsley Hall through this link: https://knowsley.com/privatestays/
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In our latest episode about the Derby family’s connection with the Sport of Kings, the story of Ouija board, Lord & Lady Derby’s award winning racehorse has loomed large.
Here Lord Derby shares the fascinating tale of this legendary horse, and how Lady Derby played a pivotal role in Ouija Board’s success.
Listen to this and all our other episodes on any podcast streaming site, or on our website through the link in our bio.
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We hope you are enjoying our latest episode about the Stanley family and their connection with racing.
Here, Edward, 19th Earl of Derby explains the history of the Epsom Derby that was named for his ancestor.
Delve into the history of horse racing and the Derby’s connection to the sport of kings, on our website through the link in our bio, or on any podcast streaming site.
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Our latest episode in no live, listen on all podcast streaming sites or on our website through the link in our bio.
This latest episode explores the abiding connection between the Earls of Derby and racing. With such a strong association and legacy of success, the Stanley family have had an enormously positive impact on the sport, which has helped it to continue to be enjoyed by millions to this day.
Here Lady Derby speaks to Alexandra Mason about racing’s long history of bringing people together from across countries, communities and society.
We hope you enjoy this fourth instalment of the Knowsley series of Duchess the Podcast.
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We can’t wait to share with you our next episode out tomorrow. In this episode, Lady Derby is joined by her husband Edward, 19th Earl of Derby and Alexandra Mason to discuss the extraordinary relationship between the Stanley family and horse racing. Stretching back several centuries from the founding of the Epsom Derby in 1780, to the present with Lord & Lady Derby’s success with the fabled horse - Ouija Board, the Derby families racing legacy is staggering.
Here we learn about the enormous passion & success of the 17th Earl of Derby, who amongst his many achievements both political and in racing, is remembered for winning 20 classics and breeding horses, whose bloodlines still run strong in the worlds finest horses.
Listen to the full episode tomorrow, and catch-up on the previous three episodes on any podcast streaming site, or through the link in our bio.
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Vote for Executive Producer of Duchess the Podcast, Lady Violet Manners to sit on the National Trust Council, to help steer this nationally important, heritage organisation into the future.
For everyone, for ever.
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Have you tuned in to the episode on art and heirlooms at Belvoir? Listen to the fascinating tales of the vast collection and the archival material to get a true sense of the scale of the treasure!
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Our latest episode is now live!! Episode 8 comes from the Broughton Hall Estate, nestled in the rolling dales of Yorkshire. Home to the Tempest family for over a thousand years, Broughton is today home to Roger Tempest and his partner Paris Ackrill, who have revolutionised the way the estate is run. Broughton now welcomes people from across the globe as a wellness centre and sanctuary.
In this clip Emma Rutland talks to the wonderful Paris Ackrill, about the sacred geometry that has defined the history of Broughton.
Listen now to our latest episode on all podcast streaming sites, Enjoy!!
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One of the aims of Duchess was always to dismiss some preconceptions around living in a historic home, and reveal the reality behind the smoke & mirrors, of Downton Abbey and Bridgerton Here Emma Rutland talks to Alice Kennard of Forde Abbey and Gardens about how they live in their kitchens and rarely venture into the grander rooms of their homes, preferring the cosy functionality of their kitchens.
Listen to Alice's full episode on all podcast streaming sites. Enjoy!!
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We hope you have been enjoying Lady Bathurst's episode, which we recorded at the magnificent Cirencester Park, Bathurst Estate. In this clip Sara, Countess Bathurst talks to Emma Rutland about the incredible parkland at Cirencester, which you can walk in all year round! With stunning avenues of trees and breath taking views of the town, the park is an oasis of green tranquility.
You can watch all of our videos from Cirencester Park on our new youtube channel and some exclusive content only on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJXirFOgnFwMohnjlc6mXVA
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Listen to the full episode now on all podcast streaming sites. Enjoy!
Our Christmas Episode featured the wonderful Emma Rutland & Lady Eliza Manners who reflected on the wonderful history of Belvoir Castle, what it's like to grow up in a ducal castle and mother & daughter shared their memories of Christmas at Belvoir Castle. Listen to this magical episode, and learn more about our host, her home and get into the festive spirit with this wonderful episode. Enjoy!!
