Set in residential gardens Strawberry Hill House has been a source of inspiration for Gothic Revival. Being the first ever of its kind, completed by Horrace Walpole in 1776, it's worth the trip out here from Central London. Not only was he the son of the first British Prime Minister but he coined the word 'serendipity'. If you have ever glanced over to the architecture of Westminster and the Elizabeth Tower from South Bank then it's here where it was all inspired from. A crenellated round tower, knotted spires and pointed arches are all common features of this place that make it stand out from the surrounding rich, red-bricked detached residential housing. Some Saturdays the grounds close themselves off for weddings and bar mitzvahs but allow the general public free reign to walk around their gardens at other times. The gardens themselves are quite interesting and at night is alive with foxes. There is a small nature trail and a towering Oak Tree with signage stating how it was once little more than a sapling during Walpole's existence. Find the witches hut and log stools lined up for some serious storytelling within its confines. Like with most period homes belonging to The National Trust entrance fees are steep (£12.00). #history #architecture