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When they were built, several of the National Trust's largest properties that now sit within the sprawling city would have been situated within the countryside surrounding London.
As the capital spread, properties such as Osterley Park and House and Sutton House became enveloped by the urban landscape, and were soon green lungs within suburbia.
These Trust properties now provide a tranquil escape from the everyday hustle and bustle of city life, and a focal point for local communities to enjoy.
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