Today, the country house remains much as he left it. You can walk from room to room, enjoying the beautiful Arts and Crafts inspired interiors, and finding fascinating links with the past.

James Grasby goes behind it's doors in learn more about Shaw and his life.

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For information about exploring Shaw's Corner please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/shaws-corner

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