King Charles III Abode Highgrove House

To honor the King's Coronation, we take a tour of one of his majesty residences. Highgrove, situated a few miles away from Tetbury in Gloucestershire, is nestled amidst the lush green and golden fields of the Cotswolds. It's only a 10-minute ride away from Westonbirt Arboretum's walking trails and the magnificent Rodmarton Manor, a country house with Arts & Crafts style. The gardens of Highgrove are renowned for their innovation and inspiration, surrounded as they are by stunning countryside and significant properties in the vicinity.

Although King Charles III now resides in the grand Buckingham Palace, his heart has always been drawn to the countryside. He owns several properties, including the Scottish estate Birkhall, the Welsh farmhouse Llwynywermod, and his main family home, Highgrove House in Gloucestershire. The King purchased the estate in 1980 and renovated the house, added an organic farm to the grounds, and raised his sons there.

Recently, Highgrove House gained attention again as it appeared in season 4 of The Crown, where the then-newly crowned King is shown planning sustainable gardens after his first marriage. Highgrove House remains the King's primary residence with Camilla.

Highgrove House is a neoclassical house constructed at the end of the 18th century by architect Anthony Keck for the Crawley-Boevey family, who had recently been given a baronetcy. In the 19th century, it was owned by a barrister named William Yatman before being passed down to various owners until it became the home of the Macmillan family.

Although King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort own Highgrove House as their private residence, visitors can still explore the Royal Gardens through various tours, including group garden tours, champagne and tea tours. Additionally, visitors can indulge in a Highgrove cream tea at the Orchard Tea Room and peruse the Estate Shop for a selection of artisan goods, such as chutneys and ports.