Women have played a crucial role in the development of Kingston Lacy, yet their stories and influence have remained largely hidden. Throughout 2019 we are delving deeper into the lives of four women who have been instrumental in shaping Kingston Lacy across 400 years of the estate’s history.
A vision from Venice nestled in a pocket of Dorset. Read about Kingston Lacy’s most influential owner who made it the special place you see today.
Women have played a crucial role in the development of Kingston Lacy, yet their stories and influence have remained largely hidden. Throughout 2019 we are delving deeper into the lives of four women who have been instrumental in shaping Kingston Lacy across 400 years of the estate’s history.
During November 2017 we commissioned conservators to carry out treatments to a most important ceiling at Kingston Lacy. Research made in preparation for this work has revealed more about the complex story of perhaps William John Bankes’s proudest achievement.
Recent conservation work on The Penitent Magdalen by Sir Peter Lely at Kingston Lacy has revealed the fine quality of this rare picture.
When autumn arrives Kingston Lacy bursts into colour, with yellows, oranges and reds painting a breathtaking picture across the garden and parkland. Find out more about events this season and discover the best places to see the autumn colour.
The Bankes family have lived in Dorset at Corfe Castle and Kingston Lacy since the 17th century. We are working with the Dorset History centre on an exciting project to unlock the history of the Bankes family.
