This impressive neo-classical mansion was originally a Tudor house built in the 1570s by Sir Thomas Gresham. It was acquired by wealthy banker Sir Francis Child in 1713 - the perfect symbol of his status and prosperity. His grandson also called Francis, engaged Robert Adam from 1761 to remodel and transform Osterley into the ‘palace of palaces’ that you see today.

Osterley's interior is one of the finest and most complete by Robert Adam still in existence, full of delicate decorations, friezes and furniture designed by Adam specifically for each setting.
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January 1, 2021

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The building was used in a couple of movies, for example as the East Berlin Town Hall in 1984's "Top Secret" and as the interiour of Wayne Manor in 2012's "The Dark Knight Rises".

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1. Osterley Park loop

5.05km

01:17

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Osterley House – Wharncliffe Viaduct loop from Hanwell

10.8km

02:47

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Osterley House – Asylum Lock loop from Osterley

12.1km

03:05

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Osterley House

1. Osterley Park loop

2. Osterley House – Wharncliffe Viaduct loop from Hanwell

3. Osterley House – Asylum Lock loop from Osterley

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