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Midsummer Customs
Midsummer Nowadays we do little to celebrate the Summer solstice, or ‘Midsummer’. A celebration of the longest day of summer, rooted in ancient traditions and surrounded by mythical tales, it brings to mind Shakespeare’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream”, fairies and supernatural beings. The precise date of the solstice falls between June 20 and 22, but in…
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Guess the Room
We’ve been through the archives and found some images of the rooms in the house before its restoration in 2010. Can you guess which room is which? Here are how the rooms look today: The Study, The Nursery, Reception (The Old Billiards Room) and the Drawing Room Are these blue and white curtains a hint…
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Gardening During Lockdown
This month we’ve asked our garden volunteer Mike to say a few words about how he’s been gardening during lockdown. Hello, I’m Mike and I have been volunteering in the Winterbourne garden for almost ten years now. Dan has asked me to contribute a few words about gardening through lockdown(s) as part of National Garden…
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Grow Your Own: Daffodils
It’s that time of year again when all of the daffodils bloom seemingly out of nowhere and remind us all that spring is on its way. We’ve once again caught up with gardener Jude to see what she recommends when it comes to keeping the bright and cheery flowers in your own garden. Should…
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Artisan Articles: Claire Leggett
Hi, my name is Claire Leggett and I’m a local artist practioner and educator. Back in September 2018 I began as Artist in Residence at Winterbourne House & Gardens ready to develop my painting and print work inspired by the grounds. Staff at Winterbourne have asked me to write a little bit about my work…