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Apsley House Welcome to No. 1 London, home to the Duke of Wellington since 1817. Pride of place goes to a massive nude statue of Napoleon.

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Addresses don’t come much grander than 'Number One London', the popular name for Apsley House, one of the most interesting visitor attractions in London. Home to the Duke of Wellington after his victory over Napoleon at Waterloo, the interior of the house has changed very little since the days of the Iron Duke. It boasts one of the finest art collections in London, with paintings by Velazquez and Rubens as well as a wonderful collection of silver and porcelain. Why not include a stroll through nearby Hyde Park, and a visit to nearby Wellington Arch for a great value family day out in London. This page is for visitors and fans of Apsley House to share photos, thoughts and recommendations. If you have any questions about Apsley House or English Heritage please email [email protected] or 'like' us at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/English-Heritage/173240995747 and post your question there, where we will be happy to get back to you as soon as we can. HOUSE RULES

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BLACK LIVES IN GEORGIAN BRITAINDiscover the stories of Black Georgians in Britain through a series of daytime talks at A...
06/10/2026

BLACK LIVES IN GEORGIAN BRITAIN

Discover the stories of Black Georgians in Britain through a series of daytime talks at Apsley House, led by historian Dr Matthew Taylor.

📆 Saturday 17 October, 11am—4pm
🎟️ Entry is included with admission

Regency dress at the ready?👗You’re invited to an evening of dancing and high society as The Duke’s Guest at Apsley House...
04/10/2026

Regency dress at the ready?👗

You’re invited to an evening of dancing and high society as The Duke’s Guest at Apsley House!

This is the perfect introduction to Regency life and entertainment. Join us to discover the proper etiquette of a 19th century ball, test your skill at cards and dice, and learn to dance without embarrassing your host!

Regency dress is highly encouraged | Welcome drink included

📆 Saturday 21 November, 6—9pm
🎟️ Book via the LinkTree in our bio

You’re invited to an evening of dancing and high society as The Duke’s Guest at Apsley House. Discover the proper etiquette of a 19th century ball, test your skill at cards, and learn to dance without embarrassing your host!

  in 1758, Horatio Nelson was born.Nelson and Arthur Wellesley met only once, on 12 September 1805, shortly after Welles...
29/09/2026

in 1758, Horatio Nelson was born.

Nelson and Arthur Wellesley met only once, on 12 September 1805, shortly after Wellesley had returned to Britain from India. The two men found themselves waiting to see Lord Castlereagh at the Colonial Office in Downing Street.

Wellington later recalled the encounter to his friend John Wilson Croker. Not knowing who Wellesley was, Nelson talked at length about himself in a manner Wellington found “so vain and so silly as to surprise and almost disgust me”.

Nelson then apparently left the room to find out who he was speaking to. He returned “altogether a different man”, and Wellington later said he didn’t know that he had ever had a conversation that interested him more.

🖼: Horatio, Viscount Nelson, (after) William Beechey.

APSLEY HOUSE MURDER MYSTERY🔍It's 1832 and the 1st Duke of Wellington has invited you to a night of socialising at his Lo...
20/09/2026

APSLEY HOUSE MURDER MYSTERY🔍

It's 1832 and the 1st Duke of Wellington has invited you to a night of socialising at his London residence, but the evening takes a darker turn when the merry-making turns to murder! Can you channel your inner sleuth and catch the culprit before the end of the evening?

Immerse yourself in history and suspense as you work with fellow detectives to unravel a thrilling crime set against the backdrop of one of London’s most prestigious addresses. Whether you’re a sleuth at heart or just looking for an extraordinary night out, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

Regency costumes strongly encouraged | Reception drink included

📆 Saturday 26 September, 6-8pm or 8:30-10:30pm
🎟️ Book via the LinkTree in our bio

  in 1852, the 1st Duke of Wellington died at Walmer Castle.That morning, his valet found him unable to get out of bed, ...
14/09/2026

in 1852, the 1st Duke of Wellington died at Walmer Castle.

That morning, his valet found him unable to get out of bed, and the apothecary was sent for. Later that day, Wellington was moved to his favourite armchair, where he died surrounded by his doctors, family and servants.

Image: An imagined scene depicting Wellington’s death at Walmer Castle by Sir John Gilbert. This hand-coloured engraving by Joseph Lionel Williams was made for the Illustrated London News, 1852.

The Apsley House Murder Mystery returns!🔍It's a race against the clock to solve the puzzle. The Duke of Wellington has i...
04/09/2026

The Apsley House Murder Mystery returns!🔍

It's a race against the clock to solve the puzzle. The Duke of Wellington has invited his important guests to a special evening reception, but shortly after guests arrive, a terrible discovery is made. One of the guests has been murdered!

To prevent a scandal, you must race to solve the mystery. Working in teams, you will interrogate the suspects, expose their secrets and their lies.

Regency costumes strongly encouraged | Reception drink included

📆 Saturday 26 September, 6-8pm or 8:30-10:30pm
🎟️ Book via the LinkTree in our bio

Autumn is here and we’re delighted to share our upcoming programme of events at Apsley House!✨Swipe to discover what’s c...
02/09/2026

Autumn is here and we’re delighted to share our upcoming programme of events at Apsley House!✨

Swipe to discover what’s coming up, will you be joining us?

Head to the link in our bio to book your tickets today.

Conservation in action!This week at Apsley House, our wonderful conservators have been carrying out essential work to ca...
20/08/2026

Conservation in action!

This week at Apsley House, our wonderful conservators have been carrying out essential work to care for and protect our painting collection.

Tasks have included removing surface dirt with small cotton wool swabs, much of it caused by pollution from the busy traffic around Apsley House; improving the way paintings fit within their frames; and carefully recording the condition of both paintings and frames.

🖼 The Emperor Rudolf II, Hans von Aachen.
🖼 Major General John Fremantle, Jan Willem Pieneman.

In 1806, Arthur Wellesley asked his shoemaker, George Hoby, to make a leather boot which was easier to wear with a new, ...
10/08/2026

In 1806, Arthur Wellesley asked his shoemaker, George Hoby, to make a leather boot which was easier to wear with a new, tighter-fitting style of trousers made fashionable by the military. Hoby removed the troublesome tassel from the traditional ‘Hessian’ boot and cut them lower, making them more comfortable for riding.

By 1813, following victory at the Battle of Vitoria, Wellington’s fame had led others to start wearing this new style of boot, which became known as ‘Wellingtons’.

Wellington’s boots are on display in Wellington: His Life and Legacy at Apsley House.

📷: Christopher Ison.

A monumental job! 🐎 Perched high above the traffic at Hyde Park Corner, these workmen carefully climbed onto the Quadrig...
29/07/2026

A monumental job! 🐎

Perched high above the traffic at Hyde Park Corner, these workmen carefully climbed onto the Quadriga on top of Wellington Arch to clean it. Certainly not a job for the faint-hearted!

These photographs, taken over several decades, offer a fascinating glimpse into the ongoing care and maintenance of Europe’s largest bronze sculpture. Today, conservation is carried out using scaffolding, making the task much less precarious.

📷: Workmen cleaning Wellington Arch c.1929, 1930 and 1939. Credit: Fox Photos.

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