In the early days of their marriage the family lived at Ickworth Lodge where Theodora ran a relatively small household within quiet, country life. However once Frederick inherited the title and estate in 1907, their quiet life changed. Social duties were in abundance, county events were attended and Theodora even attended the coronation of George V.
Moving into the ‘Big House’
The family moved into the East Wing following renovations which included seventeen new modern bedrooms for the servants. Extensive work was also carried out in the Rotunda to create an impressively lavish setting for entertainment. A thoroughly modern woman, Theodora also installed electricity, new heating systems and an up to date kitchen in the basement of the East Wing