The Wild (South) West

The Wild (South) West

In spite of very variable weather – sun, wind, rain – we did get to visit lots of gardens here in Cornwall, and there are plenty to choose from. We chose Godolphin, Tregwainton, Trelissick, Lanhydrock and a little gem: Bonython. On the way back we also...
Agapanthus Garden

Agapanthus Garden

It’s hard to do justice to the Agapanthus Gardens in Normandy with a single photo, so I’ve chosen a picture of one of the interiors: slightly bizarre but rather wonderful. The garden has been expanded since our previous visit 3 years ago and is even more...
An English House – in France

An English House – in France

This imposing house (Bois des Moutiers near Dieppe) was designed by Lutyens so it’s not surprising that it looks as if it has been transplanted from just over the Channel. Given the odd arrangements of windows, chimneys and roof line, it’s strange that it...
Burton Agnes

Burton Agnes

Always a delight to visit, the gardens at Burton Agnes (on the road to Bridlington from York) are now bursting with spring vigour.  Down in the colour garden, the magnolias have pride of place at the moment. All the more stunning as their blooms are so large and the...

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