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Sources of inspiration
Head Gardener Dan recently described Winterbourne’s garden as ‘a patchwork quilt of ideas developed over decades by dozens of brilliant, talented and creative people’. When designing the garden, Winterbourne’s first mistress Margaret Nettlefold was particularly influenced by the gardens of Gertrude Jekyll, something that shows in many of the garden’s features. Following a recent visit
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Recipe: Caramelised red onion chutney
When Winterbourne was a family home, the end of November would have already seen preparations for the festive table well underway. The Christmas pudding would be resting in the pantry after making its way around the household on Stir-up Sunday. Preserves and pickles would line the shelves – the product of the Walled Garden’s annual
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The history behind ‘The Summons’
Visitors often stop to look at our magnificent wall hanging in reception, which is entitled ‘The Summons’. This object brings together the work of William Morris, the Arts and Crafts movement, and the ancient legend of the Holy Grail. Our wall hanging is not as old as it looks. It was made in the 1980s
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A guide to sustainable gift-giving
As the festive season approaches, you may be in search of perfect presents for family and friends. To help you out, we’ve created a gift guide with a difference, designed to help you shop more sustainably this Christmas. We’ve included second-hand and pre-loved treasures; unique gifts from local suppliers; and experiences that will help