Delve into the history of the Montagu family and the story of motoring with a fascinating range of specialist books and DVDs.
EDWARD, 3RD BARON MONTAGU
Founder of the National Motor Museum and champion of England’s historic houses, the life of Edward, 3rd Baron Montagu was anything but ordinary.
WHEELS WITHIN WHEELS: AN Unconventional Life
In his sensational memoirs, Edward Montagu shares his account of the infamous Montagu trials, discussing with frankness and humour the events which were instrumental in reforming the law on homosexuality.
To place an order, email gift.shop@beaulieu.co.uk. Price : £13.00
JUDGE A MAN BY HIS ACTIONS
The documentary film Judge a Man by His Actions about the extraordinary life and achievements of Edward, Lord Montagu is now available from the Beaulieu gift shop.
To place an order, email gift.shop@beaulieu.co.uk. Price : £10.00
BELINDA, LADY MONTAGU
To accompany the opening of the Victorian Kitchen, Lord Montagu has published a new edition of To The Manor Born, which was compiled by his mother Belinda, Lady Montagu and includes recipes and remedies from the family archives.
TO THE MANOR BORN
To The Manor Born gives a fascinating insight into the running of an English household two centuries ago with recipes for dishes that have completely disappeared from the table of today, including Viper Broth and Oyster Sausages. The book concludes with a chapter of contemporary family recipes such as Roast Haunch of Venison with Chocolate Sauce and Banana Flambée Montagu
To place an order, email gift.shop@beaulieu.co.uk. Price : £10.00
ELIZABETH MONTAGU
Actress, writer, linguist, musician and secret agent… discover the astonishing life of the Hon Elizabeth Montagu, whose story is introduced in Beaulieu’s The Lady and The Rebel exhibition.
READ THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY
The astonishing life of Elizabeth Montagu, one-time heir to the Beaulieu estate, is told in her autobiography, Honourable Rebel.
To place an order, email gift.shop@beaulieu.co.uk. Price : £15.00
WATCH THE FILM
See Elizabeth’s dramatic story burst into life on screen. Narrated by Diana Rigg, the majority of the film was shot within Palace House and on the Beaulieu Estate. Find out more…
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PEARL MONTAGU
One of the remarkable women featured in Beaulieu’s The Lady and The Rebel exhibition, Pearl Pleydell-Bouverie’s resolution and leadership following the death of her husband ensured that the Beaulieu Estate survived at a time when many of the great houses and estates were being broken up.
PEARL’S DIARY 1906-1930: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF PEARL, LADY MONTAGU OF BEAULIEU
Read Pearl’s story in her own words, told through the pages of her diary which she kept from the age of 11. Richly illustrated with family photographs, the book contains a newly researched account of her early years together with a commentary on the extraordinary life which followed.
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JOHN, 2ND LORD MONTAGU OF BEAULIEU
The Hon John Scott-Montagu’s enthusiasm for the development of the motor car helped change the social and industrial face of Britain.
MOTORING PIONEER & PROPHET
Paul Tritton’s insightful biography explores John Montagu’s pioneering motoring, his friendship with Charles Rolls of Rolls-Royce, his sometimes stormy dealings with the leaders of the Automobile Club, as well as his successes and disappointments as a publisher, journalist and politician.
To place an order, email gift.shop@beaulieu.co.uk. Price : £11.00
General Historical Interest
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Did You Notice The Signs By The Way
From the milestones of the 18th century to the approach-activated signs of the 1980s and beyond. This fascinating history, told by John Willrich shows how road signs were developed and explains how drivers had to learn a new visual language, which is now largely taken for granted.
To place an order, email gift.shop@beaulieu.co.uk. Price : £10.00