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Hidcote pt. 2

I am continuing my last post with more photos of Hidcote, this time focusing on the outer perimeter of the garden. Like most gardens, these areas were less formal in design. Along the outer fences, you get serene views of the English countryside with nary a building in sight. One such vista occurs at the top of a long avenue called the "Long Walk". This expanse of lawn surrounded by hornbeam hedges is a stark contrast to the previous garden rooms that are packed with plants.  The angle of the hedges gives an optical illusion, making the avenue appear longer than it is. Once you reach the summit, an open gate leads to a view of the countryside - One can choose to walk back down the way they came up or take a route back through "The Wilderness" which runs alongside The Long Walk. The Wilderness is a woodland area with winding grass pathways that meander through mature trees and densely planted shrubbery. If you walk to the opposite side of the Long Walk, you will stro...

Oh, To Be in England…

Oh wait, I am in England! This is a dream of a lifetime trip for me.

I had hoped to blog along during my trip but I can’t upload photos for some reason (I am only using my phone). I am posting daily on Instagram of the lovely places I am seeing. My Instagram ID is phillipoliver if you want to follow me. 

Cheerio!

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  1. I have been following you on Instagram and loving all your beautiful photos and commentary.

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  2. I just found your blog today. Enjoy your time. Warm greetings from Montreal, Canada ❤️ 🇨🇦

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  3. Lucky you! I have awesome memories of my trip to the Cornwall last summer. I'm not on Instagram, but I'll look forward to a long post from your visit to England: my favorite country in the whole world!
    Chavli

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