The Vyne estate and 16th century house in Hampshire run by the National Trust has a wonderful summerhouse dating from the early 17th century and thus possibly the earliest domed garden building in England. It was designed by John Webb and built in the shape of a Greek cross, probably as one of a pair planned for the garden, and used as a dovecote, banqueting house and even a 'lust' house (and hopefully an early garden office). Its first floor has now collapsed. I know how it feels.Photo courtesy of Garden Hopping where you'll find a really nice pictorial tour of the gardens and other delights.
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That is a beautiful garden. So old fashioned and clean cut. Wish I had a big garden.
ReplyDeleteGeez, this is beautiful. KC
ReplyDeleteYes, it's lovely. It will be interesting to see the summerhouse once it's restored.
ReplyDeleteZoe - thank you. It's very kind of them to choose Shedworking (and to keep it up there for several days).