| Kenwood House |
| Kenwood House is a beautiful, elegant former stately home that lies at the northern tip of Hampstead Heath. It was bequeathed to the nation in 1925 by Guinness brewing magnate the Earl of Iveagh. Formerly a brick building it was remodelled by Robert Adam in the classical style in 1779. |
| It houses an outstanding collection of paintings by artists including Rembrandt, Turner, Gainsborough and Vermeer. A series of Saturday summer concerts are held by the lake below the house. |
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Hampstead is a good 30 minutes walk away but involves a lovely walk through the Heath. |
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63 and 210 pass along Hampstead Lane. |
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Kenwood House has its own eaterie - the Brew House Cafe. |
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Kenwood is run by English Heritage. |
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