Downton Abbey
Ahead of the release in cinemas of the new film Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale on September 12, go and preview six original costumes from the film.
These will be displayed for visitors to view at Basildon Park from 6-14 September.
These include Lady Mary’s iconic red dress worn at the illustrious Petersfield Ball alongside Cora’s blue velvet gown, and Lady Edith and Lady Mary’s 1930s day dresses from a scene in the film where they’re out shopping. Carson and Mrs Hughes’ formal evening uniforms complete the set, designed by Costume Designer to Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Anna Mary Scott Robbins.
The final film, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale features almost all of Basildon Park’s reception rooms, including the Hall, Dining Room and Drawing Room, as well as the Octagon Room with its famous dark red walls.”
Basildon park
Sitting elegantly in 162 hectares (400 acres) of historic parkland and gardens, this 18th-century house was purchased by Lord and Lady Iliffe in the 1950s, when it was de-requisitioned after the Second World War.
With extraordinary vision, the Iliffes brought Basildon Park back to life, acquiring a collection of fine furnishings and carefully selected Old Masters.
The wooded parkland offers glorious seasonal colour, with spring bluebells, summer buttercups and autumn leaves, while the landscape has been carefully restored to offer wonderful views, peaceful trails and picnic places, with areas for children to run and play.
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