Digging for Dirt
Behind the scenes with the team at Winterbourne House and Garden
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Blossoms and bulbs
If there’s one thing we can count on our garden volunteers for, it’s getting out there come rain or shine to keep Winterbourne looking its very best. Volunteer Deborah reflects on her favourite moments with us earlier this year – plus her favourite things to look out for in the garden. As you visit Winterbourne…
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Volunteers in the garden
It’s the season for weeding, and our garden volunteers have been taking a hands-on approach to keeping the garden free from unwanted plants. Head Gardener Dan shares what the volunteers have been up to as we prepare the garden for summer. Perhaps not surprisingly, our volunteers have been weeding like mad over the last couple…
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Quality books for the masses: William Morris and the Kelmscott Press
You may know William Morris as the 19th century designer and political commentator, and even spotted some of his wallpapers around Winterbourne House. But are you aware of his printing press? We have been researching what inspired Morris to establish the Kelmscott Press, and how it significantly impacted the printing industry. Portrait of William Morris…
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Eat like it’s 1440: ‘Checkins in Brothe’
May’s recipe of the month is ‘Chickens in Broth’ – a 15th century recipe brought back to life courtesy of our Visitor Engagement Manager-cum-medieval cook, Tessa. Packed with timeless flavours, it’s sure to delight even the most discerning of today’s palates. Published by Richard Pynson in 1500, the Boke of Cokery is thought to be…
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Winterbourne Press
We love seeing visitors discover the magic of the Winterbourne Press and watching our wonderful volunteers keep 19th century printing techniques alive. But why is there a printing press at Winterbourne – and where did it come from? Read on to discover its provenance. The Winterbourne Press came into existence in 2012, when Winterbourne salvaged…