Antony House

Antony House

Superb early 18th-century mansion with unique family history

Discover the story of a family who became caught up in the extraordinary events of the English Civil War. Their history is bound up in this beautiful house, which is still the home of the Carew Pole family today.

A house of silver grey stone, Antony is a beguiling mixture of the formal and informal. It's believed to be one of the finest surviving Queen Anne buildings in the West Country.

View the outstanding collection of portraits, including works by Sir Joshua Reynolds and a famous painting of Charles I during his trial. There are also fine examples of period furniture, textiles and tapestries.

Breathe in the sweeping views as you explore the landscape garden, which includes a formal garden with topiary, modern sculptures and the National Collection of Daylilies.

The Woodland Garden, owned and run by the Carew Pole Garden Trust, also has outstanding rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias and camellias.

The magic of Antony was captured by director Tim Burton, as a film location for his blockbuster, Alice in Wonderland.

Venue Category: 
Historic Buildings & Monuments
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Activities provided: 
Arts and Crafts
Bird Watching
Environment
Exhibitions
Gardens
Observing
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities: 
No
Curriculum: 
Art
Citizenship
Design
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Science
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Early Years (2-4)
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
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Venue Address: 
Torpoint
Plymouth
Cornwall
PL11 2QA
United Kingdom
Venue Contact Number: 
01752 812191

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