Three Rushton Gardens: Cottesbrook Hall, Kelmarsh Hall, Broughton Grange
Cottesbrook Hall We saw a lot of sheep on this trip, especially at our first stop of the day, Cottesbrook Farm. After passing through the gate, a gravel road wound through a pasture and across a creek. A large flock of sheep was relaxing in the shade of some mature trees. A few were standing right on the road, so we had to stop and wait for them to wander out of the way. Cottesbrook Hall is the home of the Macdonald family, known for their Black Label whisky. The house is believed to have been the inspiration for Jane Austen's Mansfield Park . This was my favorite garden of the day. It was filled with beautiful garden rooms, gorgeous brickwork, and tranquil water features. There were delightful little vignettes around every corner! Kelmarsh Hall From their website: Kelmarsh Hall is a Grade I-listed country house built in 1732, surrounded by Grade II*- listed gardens, set in the heart of a traditional agricultural estate. They are now in the care of an independent charitable ...
