The Vale of Belvoir is rich, rolling, English countryside with wooded escarpments -- on one of which stands Belvoir Castle, the Leicestershire home of the Duke and Duchness of Rutland.The Manners family have occupied the Castle since 1508, though the current castle dates from the Regency period. Belvoir Castle houses one of the largest collections of fine art, including a famous Holbein of Henry VIIIth. The surrounding gardens, restored by the 10th Duchess of Rutlands, and woodlands make a superb setting for the Castle -- and for Weddings, Conferences and the many events that occur in the grounds throughout the year -- see the Belvoir Castle website for details.
Belvoir ('beautiful view') is situated 12 miles north-east of Melton Mowbray. The castle, originally built by Robert de Todeni, dates back to Norman times -- though two Civil Wars and a fire in 1816 have resulted in the current 19th century castle, inspired by 5th Duchess of Rutland.
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