Download or read book The National Trust s Finest Gardens Through the Year written by National Trust (Great Britain) and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six stunning gardens that are among the National Trust's best, and represent some of the most beautiful landscaes in the United Kingdom.
Download or read book National Trust Finest Gardens Throught the Year DVD 2007 written by and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gardens of the National Trust written by Stephen Lacey and published by Anova Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the National Trust decided to take on the care of gardens, the aim was that these would be the very best of their kind in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Trust now has the finest collection of gardens ever assembled under one ownership - the greatest in number, diversity, historic importance and quality. Taken together they contain the world's most important collection of cultivated plants, distinguished for their beauty, rarity, historical interest and scientific value. First published in 1996, this new edition has been substantially revised to showcase superb new photography, and to introduce recently acquired properties such as Greenway in Devon and the gardens of houses such as Red House in Kent and Tyntesfield in Somerset. Stephen Lacey paints a vivid picture of individual Trust gardens through historical and horticultural perspectives. He gives his personal take, describing the present state of each and placing it firmly within the context of gardening history in Britain. All the major periods are represented: a knot garden from a 1640 design at Moseley Old Hall in Staffordshire; magnificent eighteenth-century landscapes such as 'Capability' Brown's at Petworth in Sussex; Victorian Gardens like Biddulph Grange in Staffordshire, with its wealth of new plants introduced from all over the world; and the famous plantsmen's gardens of the last century, such as Nymans in Sussex, Sissinghurst Castle in Kent, and Hidcote in Gloucestershire.
Download or read book The Finest Gardens of the South West written by Tony Russell and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2015-03-15 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A full-colour profile and guide of the Finest Gardens in South West England
Download or read book Gardens of the National Trust Postcard Box 50 Postcards National Trust Home and Garden written by National Trust and published by National Trust Books. This book was released on 2016-03-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The National Trust cares for the finest collection of gardens in the UK, and these 50 postcards show some of the most beautiful. From the dense colour of cottage gardens and the geometric perfection of knot gardens to the sweeping grandeur of Capability Brown's vistas, there's a perfect card for every occasion.
Download or read book Gardens of the National Trust written by Stephen Lacey and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gardens of the National Trust written by Graham Stuart Thomas and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 1979-01 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Unforgettable Gardens written by The Gardens Trust and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 2024-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A glorious celebration of the greatest gardens, parks, and landscapes in Britain, curated by the prestigious organization The Gardens Trust. This landmark book is a glorious celebration of the greatest gardens, parks, and landscapes in Britain, with stunning photography accompanied by authoritative text from leading garden historians and conservators. It is lovingly curated by The Gardens Trust, a prominent UK conservation charity dedicated to preserving, studying, and spotlighting historic gardens. Arranged chronologically, it covers around 60 individual gardens, specially selected to give a broad overview of the history of British garden design from 1600 to 2000. Each chapter also includes a more general essay that gives a wider picture of changes in social context, taste, and style in each period, and ends with a short gazetteer of gardens from the same time throughout the world. Entries include: Elizabethan splendor at Kenilworth Castle. Spectacular landscapes by Capability Brown at Blenheim Palace and Stowe. Birkenhead Park, the Victorian inspiration for New York’s Central Park. The classic cottage garden created by Margery Fish at East Lambrook, Somerset. Ian Hamilton Finlay’s modern Scottish masterpiece, Little Sparta. Go on a voyage of garden discovery with this beautiful book and learn more about the gardens and landscapes that are a much-loved part of our shared national story.
Download or read book Somerset written by Mick Davis and published by Pen and Sword History. This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An informative springboard from which to dive deep into the rich and illustrious heritage of the county steeped in the legend of King Arthur. Every inch of legendary Somerset is imbued with history, from the towns of Dunster and Taunton in the west, to those of Shepton Mallet and Frome in the east; while also contained within its county boundaries are the cities of Bath and Wells and the mystical and magical Isle of Avalon: Glastonbury. The county, located in southwest England and part of the Ancient Kingdom of Wessex, has played a significant role in many of the nation’s most formative events. These include the Roman occupation, Alfred the Great’s rise to power, the English Civil War and the Monmouth Rebellion. And all this epoch-making activity has been played out against a landscape of dramatic and breathtaking beauty, from vast tracts of land such as Exmoor, hill ranges such as Mendip and Blackdown and an abundance of incredible rivers, lakes and streams; many situated within the famous Somerset Levels. Wordsworth, Coleridge and Austen, among many others, have immortalized the county in literature, while everyone from the Celts, Cavaliers and Saxons, to the Roundheads, Romans and rebels have fought over its sought-after resources. The authors, both living in Somerset, guide you on a fascinating and illuminating trip into the past of this most historical and legendary of counties, which boasts among its attractions the last battle fought upon English soil, the scene of the Bloody Assizes and the final resting place of King Arthur.
Download or read book A Year in the Garden written by John Sales and published by . This book was released on 2001-03 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text by John Sales and Margaret Willes. This book is a wonderful photographic tour, spanning all four seasons, of some of the most beautiful gardens owned and preserved by the National Trust throughout England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Download or read book Houses of the National Trust written by Lydia Greeves and published by National Trust. This book was released on 2021-04-29 with total page 1047 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This captivating book, fully revised and updated and featuring more NT houses than ever before, is a guide to some of the greatest architectural treasures of Britain, encompassing both interior and exterior design. This new edition is fully revised and updated and includes entries for new properties including: Acorn Bank, Claife Viewing Station, Cushendun, Cwmdu, Fen Cottage, The Firs (birthplace of Edward Elgar), Hawker's Hut, Lizard Wireless Station, Totternhoe Knolls and Trelissick. The houses covered include spectacular mansions such as Petworth House and Waddesdon Manor, and more lowly dwellings such as the Birmingham Back to Backs and estate villages like Blaise Hamlet, near Bristol. In addition to houses, the book also covers fascinating buildings as diverse as churches, windmills, dovecotes, castles, follies, barns and even pubs. The book also acts as an overview of the country's architectural history, with every period covered, from the medieval stronghold of Bodiam Castle to the clean-lined Modernism of The Homewood. Teeming with stories of the people who lived and worked in these buildings: wealthy collectors (Charles Wade at Snowshill), captains of industry (William Armstrong at Cragside), prime ministers (Winston Churchill at Chartwell) and pop stars (John Lennon at Mendips). Written in evocative, imaginative prose and illustrated with glorious images from the National Trust's photographic library, this book is an essential guide to the built heritage of England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Download or read book The Bedside Book of the Garden written by Dr D G Hessayon and published by Random House. This book was released on 2011-07-08 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect bedside read from the world's best-loved, best-selling writer of the Expert gardening books. There are times when we simply wish to read about our hobby and not be badgered by advice. If you enjoy reading about plants whether or not you can grow them, or enjoy discovering gardens you may never visit and could never hope to match, or are keen to learn how people gardened in the past and what they have contributed to our gardens today, then this is the book for you. It includes sections on the great gardeners in history; extraordinary and surprising plants; remarkable gardens around the world; key gardening moments in history; the wildlife in our gardens; things for the plant lover to do indoors, and other 'this and that' trivia, statistics and fascinating things you never knew, all illustrated with charming line drawings. The Bedside Book of the Garden is a gardening book to be read at leisure, which will never tell you that you have to go outside, and which will not only make you a better gardener but will open your eyes to the magic of gardening.
Download or read book Courts Garden written by National Trust Staff and published by National Trust. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The National Trust cares for the finest collection of historic buildings, gardens, parks, landscape and coastline in the world. Its famous and well-respected series of guidebooks provides the essential companion to your visit and a lasting souvenir of the experience. And now you can buy the guide before your visit. Authoritative texts and superb illustrations illuminate the history of the place and tell the stories of the people who have lived and worked there. Every guidebook sold goes to help the work of the National Trust. If you want to learn more about the property, go to www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Download or read book Michelin Green Guide Great Britain written by Michelin and published by Michelin Travel & Lifestyle. This book was released on 2016-03-15 with total page 662 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Newly updated Green Guide Great Britain in eBook format features dozens of different cultures and landscapes that make up Great Britain. Discover its 3 unique countries through Michelin's driving and walking tours, celebrated star-rating system for attractions and activities, respected maps, full-color photos, and recommendations for places to stay and eat. Explore the British Museum, beach-hop on the Pembrokeshire coast, or sample Scotch whisky along The Whisky Coast Trail. With this guide you'll see the best of Great Britain. In this eBook you’ll find: • Full-color photos, and plenty of detail travelers look for. • New "Inspiration" section for inspired travel ideas. • Practical Information section, now split between "Before You Go" and "On Arrival" for quicker reference. • Attractions reviewed and rated, using Michelin's celebrated star-rating system. • Walk-throughs of major museums, galleries, churches and attractions. Illustrations and floor plans are often included. • Michelin walking and driving tours with directions, mileage and travel time. Journey into the past with a stroll along the 1.2 mile historic London Wall Walk, or drive along the bonny banks of Loch Lomond for scenic pleasure. • Comprehensive illustrated sections on modern-day Britain, its history (with time line), politics, art and culture—all written by experts in their fields. • Sidebars throughout the guide on such intriguing topics as well-dressing in Wales to whisky trailing in Scotland. • Visitor and contact information given for every attraction, opening hours, entry fees, tour times, phone, website. • Recommendations for great places to eat and stay in each region. • Detailed information on transportation, road regulations, plus distance and temperature charts, health and safety tips, event calendar, and useful websites. • Colorful, easy-to-read Michelin area maps, detailed city maps, relief maps and themed maps including climate and time zones. Download onto any kind of eReader (tablet or smartphone), and you’re set to go. Use the guide to orient yourself at any time with a treasure trove of 50 detailed maps, even if you’re offline with no Wi-Fi or 3G connection. With the interactive navigation, it’s easy to move within the guide. Click from the index to a point of interest or from a sight description to its location on the map. With one touch, you can even phone an establishment directly from the page or click through to a website for more information. No matter what eReader you use, the Green GuideGreat Britain eBook helps you craft a trip at your own pace and enjoy all of Britain’s charms.
Download or read book The Illustrated London News written by and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Matson and Roth family history written by L.M. Roth and published by Рипол Классик. This book was released on with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Matson and Roth family history: a love of ships, horses and gardens: oral history transcript / and related material, 1980-1982
Download or read book The National Trust Tour of Britain written by and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gardening legend Alan Titchmarsh (Gardeners' World, Alan Titchmarsh Show) introduces a lavishly illustrated book about the best of Britain, showcasing the best houses, gardens, landscapes, natural history and artistic treasures.This is an illustrated journey around many of the most beautiful and fascinating places that the National Trust looks after. Whether you are an armchair explorer or you're thinking about your next National Trust visit or holiday, this is a book you will want to have.The tour starts in the Midlands, then we travel through England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, discovering spectacular and iconic landscapes; perfect beaches, dramatic hills, peaceful wood and precious wildlife reserves. Explore breathtaking and historic properties – country houses, castles, cottages, quirky follies and even strange cave houses. Many of them tell fascinating stories and contain remarkable treasures. From little walled gardens to painstakingly perfect topiary to riotously delightful cottage gardens, all sort sof beautiful gardens and grand masterpieces are discovered. And finally, our most ancient landmarks are visited, including prehistoric standing stones, Saxon burial mounds and 1000-year-old trees.The tour is introduced by Alan Titchmarsh, a beloved national treasure and anchor of The Secrets of the National Trust series on Channel 5 in March 2017. The authors are Sally Palmer and Anna Groves, the editor of the National Trust magazine and one of its frequent contributors.
