Set just into Staffordshire, this beautiful garden of Victorian design is a must-see. Largely the result of working partnership between James Bateman, resident at Biddulph, and designer Edward Cooke, this spectacular array of gardens provides an almost surreal experience for the visitor. Within just a few steps, one can walk from China to Egypt, from…
The dramatic landscape of Hawkstone Park and Follies is not at all in keeping with the surrounding landscape of rural Shropshire. This undulating and magnificent park fits very much with original ideas of the picturesque, with such a spectacular and wild landscape. The Hill family were owners of the Hawkstone estate for many generations, since…
This beautiful garden is one of the most popular in North Wales. Situated not far from Conwy, on the North Wales coast, this hillside garden allows spectacular views over towards the Welsh mountains. The garden is divided into two quite distinct parts, one much more formally planted than the other. Near to the Hall, a…
Tatton Park is one of Cheshire’s most famous tourist sites. Although owned by the National Trust, this beautiful manor house and estate is currently managed by Cheshire County Council. This impressive estate was itself in existence as far back as the publication of the Domesday Book in 1066. However, the spectacular gardens that can be…
This spectacular hilltop castle and gardens are set deep into the south Cheshire countryside. Although the Castle itself is not open to the public, it contributes greatly to the beauty and appeal of the surrounding gardens. The gardens are vibrant and colourful throughout the year, ranging from vast swathes of daffodils in the spring to…