Britain's hidden treasures, yours to see

Hundreds of pre-eminent paintings, collections, houses and landscapes are exempt from inheritance tax on one condition: their owners must let the public see them. This is the official register, made searchable — find an item, check the open days, and arrange your visit.

exempt entries
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In association with Irving Scott

The people who keep great houses running

Many of the houses on this register are working family homes. Irving Scott places house managers, butlers, estate managers, governesses and private chefs for distinguished families across London and beyond — discreetly, and with care, since 2013.