Inside the Secret Places at our Manor House!

DONATE to our Quackers Memorial Pond Fund: www.gofundme.com/f/quackersmemorial
Quackers was a much-loved pet Indian Runner Duck who lived at Mapperton in West Dorset, England.
Unfortunately a visitor to the historic house and gardens let her dog off the lead, and the dog attacked Quackers. The dog owner then retrieved the injured duck and wrung its neck before throwing the dead Quackers into the long grass.
There are numerous signs at Mapperton asking visitors to keep their dogs on a lead because of the ducks and chickens. And while accidents can happen, it is upsetting that the dog owner left the scene without saying sorry. Donate here: www.gofundme.com/f/quackersmemorial
The story of Quackers has touched hearts across the nation, following news articles in several national newspapers and the BBC.
We have therefore set up the Quackers Memorial Pond Fund to celebrate the life of our beloved Indian Runner duck.
The funds raised will be spent on the creation of a new pond which will attract wild ducks and other wetland species to Mapperton.
We will also plant trees, shrubs and aquatic plants in the pond, alongside a plaque to commemorate Quackers. In this way, we hope that her legacy will be the creation of a new wetland habitat which will provide a refuge for wild ducks and other wildlife for decades to come.
Please note that the more funds we raise, the larger the pond will be, and the greater the benefit will be for ducks and wetland wildlife.
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🏡 Welcome to Mapperton, Englands' Finest Manor House! Join us, Luke and Julie, for an enchanting 5-night retreat hosted by us at one of England's majestic estates. Experience the perfect blend of history and luxury. Discover more on our website: Grand Historic Tours: www.grandhistorictours.com
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The Gilded Age American Heiress Exhibition opened to the public here at Mapperton on the 5th May. However, if you can’t make it in person you can buy a ticket (3 cups of coffee) for a virtual hour long tour with me, and support this ongoing project over at www.buymeacoffee.com/juliejmontagu
Curated by Mapperton’s very own American Viscountess, Julie Montagu, the "American Heiress" collection is comprised of more than 10,000 previously unseen letters exchanged between Alberta (Sturges) Montagu and her family, as well as the peerage at large.
Dating from 1888 to 1951, these letters constitute the largest unpublished private collection of correspondence from the period. They offer a remarkable glimpse into the life of a "dollar bride" during the Gilded Age, shedding light on both triumphs and struggles.
The exhibition takes innovation to the next level by introducing Alberta AI, a ground-breaking creation that brings her story to life like never before.
🏛️ Can't come visit us in person! No problem! How about a Virtual Tour of Mapperton House & Gardens! Explore the beauty of the English countryside through stunning 360-degree imagery, videos, and ambient sounds in our immersive virtual tour. Start your tour at: buymeacoffee.com/mapperton
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- Superfoods Superfast, 100 Energising Recipes to Make in 20 Minutes or Less: www.amazon.com/Superfoods-Superfast-Energizing-Recipes-Minutes/dp/1849497869
- Superfoods, The Flexible Approach to Eating More Superfood: www.amazon.com/Superfoods-Flexible-Approach-Eating-More/dp/1849496668
- Eat Real Foods, Simple Rules for Health Happiness and Unstoppable Energy www.amazon.com/Eat-Real-Food-Happiness-Unstoppable-ebook/dp/B017DOB1EO
- Recharge: A Year of Self-Care to Focus on You www.amazon.com/Recharge-Year-Self-Care-Focus-You/dp/0349418144
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We look forward to welcoming you to Mapperton soon! 🤗
Warm regards,
Luke & Julie
Viscount and Viscountess Hinchingbrooke 👑👑

[@cathyriley5735]

Seeing Nestor and his Grandmother was so special. Loved it!

[@LadyDi_ATX]

Nestor with his grandmother is too sweet. And I never know a dovecote was actually for doves. I thought it was just an architectural term. Thanks for saving me the research Mapperton! 😉

[@jenniferkuperman2589]

You two are ADORABLE. I love your repartée. Thanks again for another gem.

[@gloriajeanshaeffer1549]

Thank you Julie and Luke ! Enjoyed the video ! Julie you never fail to make me smile ! Take care

[@jenniferkuperman2589]

What a beautiful lad he is. You must be so proud of your "chicks".

[@carolinecorey6473]

What a fun, funny and touching show. Is that William with his Grandmother? Love it 😍

[@davepane7306]

As two warm bodies breathing hot air ascended the spiral stairs they prompted the air to rise quickly which caused the door to close at the bottom... sort of like priming the flue when starting a fireplace fire.

[@bregtolla]

Steven and Claire( who are long gone) !? ... Nestor as his very younger self !? .... Julie has already swam in this Elisabethan bath !? ... interesting. It's a 'do we have a theme within our old footage'... apperentaly they had. Nice though, going all over the place ... in space and time.

[@kimmartin8760]

I can’t believe you have lived there for 20 years and not explored the house and the grounds. Every thunder storm I would grab my flashlight and would be gone. Lol

[@louiseupton3363]

Every episode that you share, is more entertaining than the last one. Julie, you and Luke really are wonderful. 😊

[@KarmasKaos]

I can not imagine living in a home so big, that even after 20 years I do not know every square inch.

[@cinwells7]

You get to live here! How amazing! Thank you for sharing all of it!

[@cinwells7]

I truly enjoyed every bit of this episode! Nestor with his grandmother was just absolutely precious. Julie and Luke, you two with your teasing and banter make me laugh so much! You’re just so enjoyable all around.

[@lyndarichardson4744]

Thanks Julie and Luke for a fascinating video.. I love exploring hidden places. I don't know whether it was William or Nestor with the Countess of Sandwich, but what a well mannered and well spoken young man . He is a credit to you !

[@Maximusrex4575]

That was Nestor. Last weekend's video had William in it, and they stated that it was his first time in a video. He and Nestor certainly have a strong family resemblance.

[@jennabacon1240]

Great job steven! Thanks for risking the tower backwards!!

[@bethe.2489]

Make the Summer House like a studio apartment/staycation room for 1…..❤

[@katmac2174]

So very interesting. What I love beyond that beautiful estate is that you both are not afraid to do what it takes to manage, improve and discover your home and national treasure. I also love that Julie is a positive force and an American Gal we can be proud of. 😊

[@Yoliplanting]

Loved the to see Nestor and his grandma together. What an amazing building. Julie I love your little caps where do you get them from? Greetings from Miami ❤

[@jennabacon1240]

Julie is so funny. Shes cracking me up in that forest

[@tecora7419]

Luke and Julie you two are cute together you made me laugh ❣

[@bethe.2489]

Oh how precious……what an absolutely amazing, sweet family❤❤❤❤❤

[@waltercook4868]

Fascinating! Does all your water flow in underground tunnels and into storage tanks? Who puts the water in the underground tunnels? Local government? From a lake? Do you have water wells which pump water out of the ground? Also, this is just a suggestion but I would like to see a segment on Mapperton doors. I bet you have some beautiful hand carved doors. What does the doors of the main entrance look like? How about the chapel? Do you have ancient medieval latches? Fancy Victorian door knobs? You could do up a video segment like the open credits to the movie, The Nineth Gate, except not so sinister. Perhaps you could sell posters called Doors of Mapperton - a gridwork pattern of interesting doors? Not sure there would be much of a market for it but you could put wreaths on the doors, for posters, then sell them for Christmas?

[@JMarSa-1]

Julie, this was a great video, so much to learn. Mapperton and your land is stunning, the views are lovely. Thanks!

[@zandria5683]

Love the little room

[@klezmersue]

I really appreciate all the time that went into these videos. Thank you!

[@kimmartin8760]

Love Luke’s sense of humor

[@rolo4945]

Elizabeth l visited Edward Worthington at Worthington manor in Worthington. My grandmother was a Worthington, the first maternal Worthington in my line from the 1400’s. ❤

[@karencounts5190]

More of this please!

[@carolflynn7933]

❤ wonderful ❤

[@cynthiat6505]

You are both so funny! My husband and I have much the same relationship. We’re always teasing one another.

[@michaelweber7848]

Great episode!!! and also love Time Team!!

[@Travelling_Jonoberries]

Viscount and Viscountess another fabulous episode of discovery, you two are so entertaining and make this Channel so great to watch and follow. Thank for the mystery tour around Mapperton Manor, until next week, be safe, take care and God Bless you both. PS - Nestor’s latest episode was great, he will need a decent Yacht to do the Volvo around the world event in 2025.

[@janetdoten4489]

This is quite interesting! Love it! Thanks for sharing

[@Nitaseyboldsault161]

What fun wonderful episode

[@jpapillon47]

🥰🥰💐💐This was such an amusing episode!! You 2 are sooo cute!! Made me laugh, many times!! Looking forward to future episodes. Thanks

[@jocelynalonzo3215]

Beautiful place💚

[@eloisebates7827]

I had to laugh at Julie going through that bit of undergrowth on the way to the ancient fort. Like she was crossing the Darien Gap barefoot and blindfolded.

[@longwaytotipperary]

❤️this! I enjoy seeing all the secret places!!

[@Sheila-G]

Julie i would love it if you filmed the classes and sold that either the manual, etc I can't get over there but would purchase! Love you all.❤

[@janetdoten4489]

Yes! As many as you can film.

[@lila6117]

Love your conversations (so sweet) love the hidden areas. Loved the Time Team and pleased that Toni is coming back, cheers

[@heatherwatson7692]

Did I hear you say Claire and Steven were filming with you again? I am thoroughly enjoying watching there travels around Scotland.

[@chelofashion7974]

Have you ever thought about providing a place for a community garden? Teach people how to grow their own food. It would also be a great way to give back to your community ❤

[@beautifulvictory9683]

At 15:00, It looks like she must've hung a curtain over the door to keep the heat in & the cold out. 😊

[@debralabarge614]

I noticed that too. And it was for one hecka heavy curtain

[@rolo4945]

Living in a place that has secret nooks and crannies is like playing a mystery game in real life 😂❤

[@debralabarge614]

I’d never get one lick of work done. There’s enough to play with, look at and explore.

[@maryking3774]

I think Julie I have seen Julie down Queen Elizabeth’s bath

[@mcbash]

I’m quite sure of it as well. Also the camera people are Stephen and Claire who have I believe moved onto doing other things. I think I’ve also seen the doves before. I think this is a compilatio video :)

[@Maximusrex4575]

Yeah, their mid-week episodes tend to be old footage from past episodes put together on the same topic, this one seems to focus on places not often seen.

[@jimdepereira985]

Hello so glad to be here

[@debbiestott3651]

You could do a tour of those amazing secret places. Great video

[@carolweaver3269]

Enjoyed this beyond measure! All of these secret places are all so very special and brings even more uniquness to this lovely Estate. Look foreard to hopefully seeing a pt 2 and pt 3! You both are so sweet and together it is most humorous! Amazing all that "Ethel did" I had a greandmother called Ethel and ( well not the same one you are speaking of here LOL) But my mom was nicknamed that, but yet her real name was, Abbie. ) But you do not here the name Ethel , much anymore . Can just in my mind see thsi statley lady and all that she did and so artistic and interested in getting the best pictures she could, Loved going into the secret places . Was worried as you walked up turret and the photograoher was walking backwards yet and the steps were narrow. Then when Julie thought the door was locked and someone might have locked it, that was very scary ,as that is the last thing you want in a place like that. (seemed like horror picture then lol) Imagine reception is not so good ,and will never be able to let people know where you are. Maybe you would need to go out a window? (Luckily you would have all of us out here alerting help for you!!!lol) Thank you for this video and all of them! Thanks for sharing!

[@joanfoxwright4221]

I've lived in the US for 72 years and know the word "marauder." I also know swashbuckling, but I don't know why I want to buckle my swash. lol

[@geirmyrvagnes8718]

I think the word is quite well known now from the Harry Potter universe. There is an important artifact there called the "Marauder's Map".

[@vanesaradayoung7099]

I love the Spanish name of nooks and crannies, we call them Recovecos, I love that word

[@ThePinkPfeiffer]

Do you have a private back garden? I've always wondered! I love your content so much, I've started watching all your videos in order of oldest first 🎉🎉🎉

[@CrankyBeach]

Second generation Californian here... and I know what a marauder is. Must be all those gothic novels I read as a young adult....😁

[@rubystarr-1]

Spurtle needs a Myrtle = Baby Turtles

[@bethe.2489]

😂😂😂😂😂😂This family is so cool!!!❤❤❤

[@chelofashion7974]

❤❤❤

[@ladyjustice1474]

A man who shamelessly flirts with his in front of the camera is a keeper.😊

[@louisebrislane6607]

marauder is also an Australian word & means a person or persons unknown who are invading your land...

[@rolo4945]

Loving this vlog, but having a conversation with myself 😂

[@terrecisco2467]

Miss Stephen and Claire.

[@SharleneSizer]

Do the tortoise and turtle ever leave the cellar? And I wonder what was in the cellar before the pipes and modernization…..?

[@rolo4945]

Hi everyone

[@genelane2243]

Based on the stuff I can see floating in the air, Nester and the Countess should be wearing masks. Pigeon poop and dove droppings, DANGER!

[@patriciablanton6243]

Let the chickens dust bath in diatomaceous earth that keeps the bugs off. It is not toxic for all two and four legged (just don't inhale).

[@badapple65]

I believe that some of these man cave areas. Were reserved for Smoking and some tasting of whisky. To distance the men from the Ladies and Children. It would be fun to have a property that’s so vast, that there are areas not visited for years.

[@jennifers4561]

Hello!!

[@carylgrundy7814]

Why are the stairs so small?

[@geirmyrvagnes8718]

If only the servants were supposed to go there, this was considered fine. The grand stairs were for the masters and their honoured guests.

[@kimmartin8760]

@@geirmyrvagnes8718people because of nutrition where smaller

[@Rain-Peters]

Has anyone ever noticed that he cannot speak without bending both his arms at the elbow? My sister is the same. Must be a thing.

[@yeshaya24]

The Romans "invaded" quite a nativist stance!

[@CaribouOrange]

Who is Caroline? Isn't it Claire? haha

[@carylgrundy7814]

Isn’t Caroline His mother’s name?

[@CarlavanVeenendaal]

Julie.... I'm going to around like my mother now..... Please can you try not to stand with your hands in your pockets?

[@potterkelly487]

I don’t understand, pockets are for your hands! Julies hand are always cold!

[@marilyn9138]

I love hands in pockets. It's a relaxed, confident posture. Very Catherine Hepburn.

[@geirmyrvagnes8718]

I get it. In the army we were trained to never put hands in pockets for reasons of looking tidy and presentable. (Stand up straight, never smoke while walking, all the common random rules.) Except when we were out on field exercises. The joy of discovering that it was allowed out in a cold and wet forest was enough for me to remember the feeling to this day. Julie seems to have chronically cold hands (always with the fingerless gloves), so I do not blame her for a second.

[@atay999]

Julie, maybe don’t interrupt and mock your husband so much, it’s obnoxious and distracting for the otherwise interesting content.