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Episode: Deep Stately Homes: How country houses shape political decisions – with Professor Kate Retford
Description: From PM’s holidaying at Chequers to the salacious escapades of Downton Abbey, country houses hold a special place in the public imagination. While these very big houses in the country are often considered to be relics of the past, their influence looms over modern politics. Dr. Kasia Tomasiewicz speaks to Professor Kate Retford, head of school of historic studies at Birbeck University, to find out how these country homes guide our political climate.
“The relationship between the country house and politics goes back for centuries.”
“I'm not sure how many people...