CASTLE TOUR | Lady Violet Manners Opens the Doors to Her Family’s English Castle

On today’s episode of Homeworthy, we’re visiting Violet Manners, Founder and CEO of HeritageXplore, for a magnificent tour of Belvoir Castle in England.
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On top of a hill with its fairytale-like turrets and towers, Belvoir Castle has stood for nearly a thousand years as the ancestral home of the Duke of Rutland. Growing up in the magnificent castle, where her family has lived for nearly a thousand years, Violet saw firsthand the growing interest in heritage sites - fueled by popular Regency-era hits like Bridgerton. Motivated to make these hidden gems more accessible, she created HeritageXplore, a discovery and booking service that connects history lovers with the beauty and charm of privately owned estates.
Belvoir Castle is a truly stunning English estate, rich in history and remarkable design. Enjoy!
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[@jamesallison4875]

Dear Violette, what a wonderful way you’ve presented your family home and history to us. Being part of a place like this must be a privilege and a great burden to sustain and pass on. This video was both informative and a look forward to what must be accomplished. Best wishes for you and your family’s future.

[@harmony_74]

Beautiful comment❤

[@forestfields]

I lived near Belvoir Castle when I was growing up and visited it many times. So lovely to see it on this channel.

[@elizabethzapac3203]

Bravo Homeworthy! More historic home tours, please! I’m a total historic home nerd really, and this tour was just spectacular!

[@tammyr2966]

What a beautiful castle and home! I’m sure their ancestors would be so proud! I realize it’s difficult to fund such restoration projects to maintain a home of such caliber and to keep it for future generations! I hope this castle always remains this beautiful for eternity! The rooms are exquisite! I love the guard room and loved hearing about Pete. With this, I learned that Irish deer were the largest in the world! Thank you Violette for sharing your beautiful family home and heritage!

[@patriciagraham5284]

Such a rich and interesting history. Wonderfully hosted. Thank you.

[@elizabethsingh2740]

Wonderful episode, so much history and so well presented by Lady Violet, it was really a treat ❤

[@TimelessWealthMentor]

Loved the histroy and significancy of almost every piece and at every turn! "They will return to dust and be allowed to fade away..." how so profound and touching! This was a real treat!

[@Fashionanthropologist]

Am in Africa with less than a dollar in my possession ooh but i am allowed to dream. Thank you lady Violet for sharing this pleasure

[@inglishhomeandgarden8386]

It's a very beautiful castle. But possessions can also be a burden to heat, and to maintain. It's a demanding legacy.

[@SithLordmatthew]

I love how as much as I know about castles and I can identify 100s of them. I am still pleasantly surprised how many incredible castles are out there that no one even knows about because the families kept them private.

[@LillybrookCottageLife]

Thank you Homeworthy, you made my Saturday morning with this beautiful video.

[@AnonyMous-kd5iz]

Unbelievably beautiful and what a lovely host!

[@josephambuul814]

This is pure magic! I can’t stop looking at all the beautiful fabrics! ❤

[@kathrincichos3114]

Thaaaaaank you very very much, for this great treat 🎉! I Love english castles/Houses!! Please more!❤

[@bradkamuntu]

I knew I recognized this castle immediately! Saw it on The Crown and have been obsessed since, the interior doesn’t disappoint and what a great storyteller Lady Violet is 🎉 such a great watch and great history too!

[@sarsol19]

Extraordinary! More tours like this please!

[@karis7649]

Living history & lovely stewardship

[@debrahayes3778]

This is fabulous! I so love touring grand places in person and in this case, Violet let me feel like I was actually there for a glorious 42 minutes! More like this please, Homeworthy!

[@jenniferchavez3652]

And I will add: I feel sorry when a house or castle does not have a family to shelter. So, it a good thing this English Castle has a family!

[@rosieposie9564]

This castle is just a big WoW! It is simply majestic and it is fascinating that she has access to her family history going so far back. I also appreciated that she seemed classy and spoke grammatically correct English which just seems rare amongst so many English people these days and that made her a pleasure to listen to without fear of what she might say.

[@007EnglishAcademy]

Quite a few grammatical errors actually plus tedious numbers of 'really', 'sort of' and 'kind of.'

[@MidwestGirl]

That was all so very interesting - I was fascinated throughout the entire episode.

[@shayfisk-steinbronn1053]

I do love the era of the late 1800 and early 1900 the build is so significant that it’s mind boggling to me how they did it the decor certainly is over the top but it should be I so adore the history of Britain, Scotland, I can not even imagine being so fortunate to be born into such phenomenal history born into royalty how magnificent it must be I think it’s so not only important but special to know ur lineage thank u for sharing good for u for knowing so much about ur ancestors

[@elizabethann9152]

Extraordinary!!!

[@a-complished4406]

I totally enjoyed this episode. Lady Violet is classy as it can be. The castle is fantastic. I wish I could see it in person ❤

[@desireetebrake6474]

This tour oozes love! Thank you Lady Violet for your hosting.

[@everlastingstar]

Amazing history and architecture, a wonderful treasure for every room! By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures (Proverbs 24:3-4, NIV). ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Rand0m_Rainb0ws]

What a treat! ❤

[@annpayne3838]

So beautiful!

[@SpanishEclectic]

I've seen exterior tours of Belvior online before, but to have one of the family so graciously share both history and personal stories is a wonderful treat. I'm sure Violet could host a half hour weekly series sharing more aspects of this fantastic home. I'm always heartened to learn of descendants of great lineages who feel it is their duty to maintain, restore, and share the bounty of art and history they have received. Your father digitizing the archives is such a valuable endeavor. All of the decor and collections are beautiful, and I enjoyed seeing the contrast of the state rooms and your family spaces. I believe I saw a Henry the VIII portrait in the picture gallery, but how special to see the Duchess Violet who is your namesake, there on the wall. Really enjoyable episode.

[@WearYourWardrobe]

Beautiful. Interesting history. Thanks for sharing.

[@inglishhomeandgarden8386]

Oh, I LOVE the purple velvet dressing room! And I love the private drawing room with its warm hues and cozy feel. The gilt Peacock Room is stunning!

[@san_pawar7]

Thank you for sharing. Such a beautiful castle, beautiful interior, a beautiful home. xx

[@lisaangstadt-wysocki3809]

Extraordinary~ It must feel like a dream living there. I admit, I know the size, upkeep and trying to stay warm must be a challenge, but how many people ever get to experience living in a real castle? What a beautiful experience.

[@Farend76]

Great tour! You did a great job balancing the different features (public and private). Thank you for sharing!

[@claudiamann7111]

Incredible tour!! What an amazing castle. The projects never end. I could spend hours looking around. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@MimiYouyu]

Historic houses are a lifelong vocation. All consuming responsibility. This lady is doing her duty well.

[@bitcoin_deb3428]

I guess this gal doesn't go antiquing or thrifting, lol. On a serious note, she seems just so down to earth which is very refreshing. I can't even imagine calling this place "home". I hope architecture returns to the beauty of days / centuries gone by. I'm here for it

[@craigmathers805]

Thank you very much for this fascinating insight into the history of the Castle, that I found to be both beautifully filmed and narrated.

[@sophisticatedswine7172]

THANKS FOR THE SHOW AND SHARE!!

[@joycemiller606]

Such a wonderful presentation

[@gabrielacastellano6568]

Stunnig

[@Baddy67110]

You are a great communicator. Keep going ;) Love that you know all the details about the place and the family

[@LondonRose01]

Lady Violet you should write a book!

[@mrsirish]

What a fascinating castle and a wonderful tour ❤

[@AnnetteMak-h1b]

Wonderful! I love the small chambers. Always the best/

[@dilshaddealwis6543]

Simply breathtaking. Every bit of it. Current designers can learn so much from the beautifully decorated interiors.

[@elifitness1911]

Absolutely wonderful! What a beautiful castle with such rich history 😍

[@친환경계획그룹청연]

Your storytelling is as grand and captivating as the castle itself every detail, every anecdote, and every historical gem you share brings Beaver Castle to life in the most magical and inspiring way! 🏰✨💛

[@gemstonesparkle7915]

Absolutely stunning!

[@gustavoadolfopalmavasquez3643]

Maravilloso!!!!

[@denisecrom9164]

Wow, so lovely... Thank you ❣️

[@a.b.creator]

3:31 I saw that lifesize Chess board outdoors! Wonderful!

[@adriansaw8329]

Such an estate...I hope it survives and thrives!

[@catbgreat9268]

Incredible! Thank you!

[@a.b.creator]

19:58 ohhhh my Gorgeous room!!

[@pon1952leod]

Stunning!!!👋🇨🇦

[@dianacooper-havlik4115]

Glorious

[@kristenthomas3985]

Oh my heart!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@arielblumenduft3293]

thx for showing us your beaver, loved it!

[@jenniferchavez3652]

This was excellent and fun!! I would love to know how are the 300+ rooms kept clean, who cleans the castle, and how do you that people don't set up residence in one of the far rooms? How is the castle cleaned, kept safe and protected? Lovely tour!! Thank you! J

[@theartisticmystic4501]

No words!

[@katymcwhirter]

QM alumna doing her school proud! x

[@prudencelay6067]

Haddon Hall is a favorite place of mine. ❤.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

Wow!

[@redwoods7370]

Every inch perfect.

[@suwh844]

Very interesting

[@orion8835]

Dukes of Rutland. How nice an unimportant daughter is doing something for the family. I guess Ibiza became passé. Good for her.

[@bethfeger8409]

Was this castle featured on the TV show The Diplomat? It is incredible.

[@willhemmings]

Is that the same Lady Manners of Haddon Hall? Now that IS a place I would love to see

[@ansleyf.j.8375]

After she’s married we need to see her “new” home ❤😊

[@darrellmahoney4071]

Fascinating tour of this historic rose …. but the mystery of the glass encased bed in the portrait gallery is driving me mad

[@tammyr2966]

Me too! What’s the story?

[@brooke7464]

Perhaps Duchess Elizabeth's husband understood the saying 'Happy Wife Happy Life'. But perhaps after seeing what his wife created he would have let his wife do whatever she wished. It's very beautiful and I feel like a disney movie should be created just so this marvelous creation can be viewed by all.

[@bifeldman]

A real house.

[@nadia-i1l5h]

She presented her family hone with so much warmth and detail. It is an enormous yet rewarding job I imagine to keep the memories alive

[@a.kaiser8965]

could you imagine...

[@tracy2164]

Now we're talking...

[@007EnglishAcademy]

Lady Violet and her Belvoir

[@KJSvitko]

Historic buildings need to be preserved. Too many historic homes, businesses and other buildings are left in a neglected state or torn down for new development.' Frank Lloyd Wright and other great architects buildings should be preserved. Art Deco buildings and mid century modern all have their own harm. Local historical societies and city councils need to look to preserve local history and culture.

[@adelaidemorningstar1870]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@heartofoak45]

To the Victors the Spoils.

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

OK, this place is called the castle and she kind of resembles princess Kate😄🔥👏🏾🧡

[@Miro-qr1ic]

✨💛✨

[@jspohl]

💖

[@cathydrumobich9045]

Lady Violet mentions her mother and father -- the current Duke and Duchess of Rutland -- several times you'd think they were all one happy family. They aren't. What isn't mentioned is that her mother and father separated well over 10 years ago and both still live in separate parts of the castle with their respective longtime lovers. A far more interesting story!!!

[@27Chancy]

I would to understand the fireplace smoke No chimney Smoke heats upper floor But what of the smoke itself How does it get filtered out of the castle ???

[@jonathankenner576]

"Lady Violet Manners" is, perhaps, the most British name I have ever heard.

[@pauldavies4839]

What is an American foundation?

[@anthonybianchini5144]

"Etched" not "Carved" on that silver bowl...

[@hfzuber]

Solid solid solid commitment make materialised the confidence into awesome heart of honour I'd say I am like saw you did leg a legless missionary was you pouring care of such attention to the need in resurrecting yours only of among sanctuary of england such love for one's home highest was the castle the love of such warmth like a heated raining on you milady violet rain was the spew of doggy mellow dew of the marsh lover yes I see here you're the boss your the order milady violet your persistency is the maker whom the hearts million unworthy a lover for your castle so right here clearly in me I love you I love the highest of you dearest violet for such love was the utmost guidance for me in my life I thank you my grace love the most

[@jspohl]

I think I’ll use the original French pronunciation.

[@dcw304]

Funny about 3% of the vale actually like the obnoxious family

[@kongaleonel10]

Heavenly method our creator! Make us as great as you spiritually, mentally, physically, hygienically, gastronomicaly, aesthetically, socially,emotionally, professionally, and financially! In Jesus' name! Amen!