Biographies:
* Nancy Astor: A biography of Nancy Astor, the first woman to sit in the British Parliament. (1972)
* The Second Mrs. Astor: A biography of Ava Alice Muriel Willing Astor, the second wife of William Vincent Astor. (1976)
* The 18th Century: A Study in the Life and Times of the British Aristocracy: A historical study of the British aristocracy during the 18th century. (1961)
* The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft: A biography of Henry Ryecroft, a figure from his family history. (1962)
* The Last Man in Europe: A Biography of Lord Alfred Douglas: A biography of Lord Alfred Douglas, known for his relationship with Oscar Wilde. (1960)
Other works:
* The Green Man: A novel set in the early 20th century. (1977)
* The History of the English People: A collaboration with John Julius Norwich. (1980)
Sykes also wrote many articles and essays for various publications, including the *Spectator* and the *Daily Telegraph*.
It's worth noting that Sykes was a controversial figure, known for his outspoken views and his sometimes eccentric personality. He was also a close friend of several prominent figures of his time, including Evelyn Waugh and Nancy Mitford.