The current building, which is believed still to have sections from Queen Anne's time, is used as the home of the Dowager Countess Grantham, played by Dame Maggie Smith in ITV's Downton.

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The Earl and Countess also open their home to the public for tours and events, selling a limited number of tickets.

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