Neo-Palladian country house commissioned 1722 by the first British Prime Minister Sir Robert Walpole

Houghton Hall in Norfolk, England is a Grade I listed country house that was commissioned by Sir Robert Walpole in 1722. The building is of Neo-Palladian architecture consisting of a main block with two wings joined to the main building by colonnades. The exterior is constructed of silver-white stone and William Kent designed the ceilings for the reception areas and ground floor. Houghton has remained largely untouched due to the family staying at Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire during the 19th century. Houghton still belongs to the current Marquess of Cholmondeley and is open to the public throughout the year. Music from Uppbeat by paid subscription ©thehistoricalheiress2026 All Rights Reserved