Downton Abbey at Christmas - exclusive behind-the-scenes look for Downton fans!

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  • Опубликовано: 11 дек 2020
  • Last Christmas, I had the chance to visit Highclere Castle, the setting of the TV show Downton Abbey, during filming for one of two holiday specials of my show 'An American Aristocrat's Guide to Great Estates'. I can’t wait for you to watch AN AMERICAN ARISTOCRAT HOLIDAY SPECIAL on Monday 14th December 9/8c on Smithsonian Channel, but in the meantime, here is an exclusive clip from the show.
    And for those of you who haven't seen it yet, you can watch the first episode of An American Aristocrat’s Guide to Great Estates on Smithsonian Channel: • Video
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Комментарии • 73

  • @secretagent86
    @secretagent86 3 года назад +67

    "what's a weekend?" my favourite phrase after i retired.

  • @richenuff01
    @richenuff01 2 года назад +14

    I had the incredible honor of touring Highclere Castle back in 2018. Being a Downton Abbey fan, I was floating above the floor when walking through each room. Loved the wonderful people in the gift shop...very friendly.

  • @chaotic_crafter
    @chaotic_crafter 2 года назад +10

    I love that despite the beauty and grandeur of your own home, you were as excited as any Downton fan would be.

  • @JeanineMarieCompassion
    @JeanineMarieCompassion 3 года назад +73

    I’m adoring this program. Julie’s enthusiasm, warmth and sincerity add even more to the thrill of exploring these gorgeous landmarks.

    • @carmelojerome9214
      @carmelojerome9214 2 года назад

      i guess im randomly asking but does any of you know a way to get back into an instagram account??
      I stupidly lost the login password. I would love any help you can offer me.

  • @mrminer071166
    @mrminer071166 2 года назад +5

    "As long as they don't knock my gin over." Most upper-class line ever.

  • @lindaclark1406
    @lindaclark1406 2 года назад +3

    I love how the dogs are part of this video. She truly loves her doggies.

  • @reneem9353
    @reneem9353 2 года назад +8

    Ugh how did I miss this before. It would be strange to be there "in a movie set". What a beautiful home though....and the doggies!

  • @smurph4959
    @smurph4959 3 года назад +4

    Wowzers! If there was ever a house I'd like to get lost in 🌼

  • @rebeccaanderson5191
    @rebeccaanderson5191 3 года назад +24

    Please continue this and forget Ladies Of London-- much more authentic and endearing. Glad you're truly interested in the history of your home, the lives that came before and helping the house go on as a home. Good on you!! 👏👏👏👏

    • @christineperez7562
      @christineperez7562 2 года назад +1

      Why did she even think about doing that show? I think she left season 1 but Ladies of London will never happen again.

  • @ladylaura8038
    @ladylaura8038 3 года назад +34

    Dogs will be dogs no matter how highbrow they are 😁 💕💯

  • @mcidmc
    @mcidmc 3 года назад +18

    So beautiful. Love the two dogs wrestling around😄

  • @mab1959
    @mab1959 3 года назад +35

    Love this program-Viscountess Julie is terrific! This episode was truly great.

  • @ZenobiaBeckley
    @ZenobiaBeckley Год назад +1

    I can’t wait to visit England🇺🇸

  • @jodifinnegan4453
    @jodifinnegan4453 3 года назад +8

    Christmas at Downton! What could be better? ❤

  • @MoniqueSinha
    @MoniqueSinha 3 года назад +8

    Downton Abbey is on my bucket list! Adding Mapperton to the list!

  • @aaronroth1738
    @aaronroth1738 3 года назад +42

    I know how you felt walking in and seeing the staircase. I had the chance to do a full tour of the house just over two years ago and got to come down the stairs twice 😊😊

  • @sonyacollins431
    @sonyacollins431 3 года назад +9

    It's my one of my dreams to visit High Clere Castle (inside & out)!!

  • @juliusryanumali1491
    @juliusryanumali1491 Год назад

    “I’m half expecting Carson to come out”. Me too! 😂

  • @lorettatawney6307
    @lorettatawney6307 Год назад

    Such fun!!! Thankyou for all you share with us

  • @melissaphillips3088
    @melissaphillips3088 2 года назад +2

    I watched this on the Smithsonian channel. It was just wonderful. Julie you were so excited just like the rest of us are to see this magnificent castle. Amazing place!

  • @duckiegirl58
    @duckiegirl58 2 года назад

    I loved this castle when Mary Barry visited and cooked! Absolutely exquisite!

  • @DeneeMUA
    @DeneeMUA 2 года назад

    I've seen all the Downton Abbey seasons 4x. I just rewatch it over and over. It would be an absolute dream to visit Highclere Castle.

  • @CSGray-nf2hx
    @CSGray-nf2hx 2 года назад

    The countess walking down the steps with labs reminded me so much of Robert coming in with his

  • @ccbethny
    @ccbethny 2 года назад +1

    I loved that show, I knew the footage of the outside was of a real place and some scenes, I didn't know it was actually fully filmed inside a real place. This was amazing to see ❤

  • @sariel8406
    @sariel8406 3 года назад +7

    Prefer living in Mapperton to Highclere. Mapperton has that Mediterranean warm feel with the old stones and beautiful garden surrounded by gorgeous country scenery. Highclere is imposing but looked cold and lonely.

  • @YalisCommunity
    @YalisCommunity 2 года назад

    WOW the details in each wall, and ceiling is unbelievable, very beautiful.

  • @ania5038
    @ania5038 2 года назад +2

    This looks so beautiful and Julie seems so nice!

  • @ericduffield524
    @ericduffield524 3 года назад +7

    Julie - This is ❤ for your videos on RUclips! It is fascinating watching all you do for your English 👪 family. I too, loved watching DA and dream to go to Highclear once we can travel again. Much love from Peoria, IL - Eric

  • @wendyannh
    @wendyannh 2 года назад +7

    What fun!
    I would love to meet Fiona. From all of her videos and reading about her, she has done amazing things for Highclere, and seems like a delightful woman.
    I also discovered by accident a few years ago that her husband is my 12th cousin 3 times removed. We are connected through his great grandfather, Alfred de Rothschild.

  • @cynhanrahan4012
    @cynhanrahan4012 2 года назад

    Ah, Julie, I'm watching this in February of 2022, and saw that you had your Christmas Fair at Mapperton this last Christmas. It seemed a great success. Thank you for introducing us to Highclere, it's a magnificent home.

  • @janepowell2209
    @janepowell2209 3 года назад +2

    Oh nooo, I wanted to see more!

  • @Afib95
    @Afib95 2 года назад

    Christmas is always been my favorite time of year and I was known as the Christmas house when I had my large home. This would be a dream come true for me.

  • @angeleyes7417
    @angeleyes7417 Год назад

    Thats beautiful and a wonderful idea

  • @paulabaker8403
    @paulabaker8403 2 года назад

    Fabulous! Absolutely fabulous! The architecture and the light; so very beautiful without leaving the warmth of home. Thank you. I have not seen Downton Abbey so this was a real treat.❤❤❤😊

  • @traceypaterson-ovian1187
    @traceypaterson-ovian1187 Год назад

    Julie, watching your Christmas video now, but have to tell you, in New England, & being of Scottish, Irish & English descent...We've always had mince pies for all our life, and have decorated our homes inside with greens, swags and all the same as your showing from Highclere castle. Maybe the mid west has different customs than New England!

  • @trishradloff8817
    @trishradloff8817 3 года назад +5

    This was terrific!

  • @lindatrombley5551
    @lindatrombley5551 Год назад

    Yes, I will accept exactly everything. Linda Trombley Christmas 2022

  • @linneahdalmus1978
    @linneahdalmus1978 2 года назад

    So Yummy! Wish the video was longer so we could be spoiled by viewing more rooms ~ Thank you, Julie...

  • @j.r.8223
    @j.r.8223 2 года назад

    Love this!!

  • @myhappynest6125
    @myhappynest6125 3 года назад +6

    I love your channel 😊

  • @mplight2941
    @mplight2941 2 года назад

    Wow! I decorate my tree the same way with flowers & bows on the bough ends! LOL must be the 1/4 Duffield (Yorkshire) in me 😍

  • @foxycat8751
    @foxycat8751 2 года назад +3

    I stumbled across your channel yesterday, Julie. I have to say, it’s quite interesting. Looking forward to the final outcome of your little home in Italy too. Lastly, where can I find the cost to stay a night or two in either of your locations when the borders open up again? ❤️🇦🇺🌸

  • @ninaelsbethgustavsen2131
    @ninaelsbethgustavsen2131 3 года назад +5

    In the comic tv series Jeeves and Wooster, (Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie), Highclere is featured quite often.
    Wooster tends to run up and down the stairs. Mostly hiding from his lady friends who are all determined to marry him.... 😉😁😄🤪

  • @angeleyes7417
    @angeleyes7417 Год назад

    I think you should have Downtown Abby Christmas ornaments hanging on it and sell them. People can say they purchased from the christmas tree their. And as they sale, hang another. Have a special seal on them and name of castle

  • @rhondab.3774
    @rhondab.3774 2 года назад +2

    As long as they don’t knock over the tree or my gin!😂

  • @maximhollandnederlandthene7640
    @maximhollandnederlandthene7640 2 года назад

    I love the tv serie, wonderful place.
    Belle époque first part of the 20th century. 🤗

  • @bettinabarry8423
    @bettinabarry8423 2 года назад

    Thank you for the treat!
    The first time I saw Highclere Castle was in the wonderful Jeeves & Wooster series. Not too crazy about Downton Abbey --- the location and period clothes made it worth watching from time to time.

  • @LaughingInTiny
    @LaughingInTiny Год назад

    Lmao... I love shows like this. American meets European. The difference in their disposition is apparent immediately.

  • @angeleyes7417
    @angeleyes7417 Год назад

    Desperately should have flowers and bushes galore. Takes the coldness look away

  • @gagagaggagaga9659
    @gagagaggagaga9659 3 года назад +1

    Tchenks. Mega.

  • @heenaavinash165
    @heenaavinash165 2 года назад

    Where can I see the entire episode?

  • @AmayzArt
    @AmayzArt 3 года назад +3

    Is there a whole episode on this??

    • @AmericanViscountess
      @AmericanViscountess  3 года назад +4

      The Christmas at Mapperton special aired on Smithsonian Channel yesterday (Monday 14th December). You can watch it again through various catchup services, such as Apple TV or Amazon Prime, or catch a repeat on Smithsonian Channel.

  • @marialinares7809
    @marialinares7809 3 года назад +1

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @sgprabbit
    @sgprabbit 2 года назад

    That’s it?! One room!

  • @beckylg8176
    @beckylg8176 3 года назад +1

    Silly question and please don't laugh but.I only just started to watch not long ago but does Julie have to curtsy when she meets anyone higher in the aristocracy? Or is that reserved just for say like the queens family?

  • @pmajudge
    @pmajudge 2 года назад +1

    Am I Right ✅ in mentioning.
    That Julie Montague 's Husband 's Ancestor The Earl of Sandwich who Invented the SANDWICH 🥪 in 1700 's ?????? From UK 🇬🇧.

  • @angeleyes7417
    @angeleyes7417 Год назад

    I dont understand why they dont televise more castles to bring in revenue like Dow ton Abby???

  • @Gingerhomeandgarden
    @Gingerhomeandgarden 3 года назад

    I am from indiana... if my channel ever gets big enough ....I will visit.. lil country girl in a castle.. yes please 🙏😍

  • @filop
    @filop Год назад

    Another Megan

  • @beckylg8176
    @beckylg8176 3 года назад +1

    Silly question and please don't laugh but.I only just started to watch not long ago, does Julie have to curtsy when she meets anyone higher in the aristocracy? Or is that reserved just for say like the queens family?

    • @piusx8317
      @piusx8317 2 года назад +3

      Curtsy is only politely requested when meeting a senior member of the royal family from a commonwealth country. You won't have your head chopped off if you don't do it. Here Julie is meeting a member of the aristocrary which she herself is a member of. At the moment though Fiona outranks here by being a countess which Julie will be when her mother in law dies

    • @beckylg8176
      @beckylg8176 2 года назад

      @@piusx8317 ty for the information, i wasnt sure.