Once a wild wooded valley in the grounds of Fountains Abbey, the water gardens are claimed to be one of the most spectacular gardens in England. They were created by John Aislabie and his son William. Disgraced by financial scandal in the 1700's they poured their energies into creating this great vision. Today you can wander at leisure along foot-paths that criss-cross the canal, past elegant ponds and cascades, discover follies hidden high in the valley sides and classical temples sheltered by woodland trees.
So come with me and see them for yourself. It's pretty steep walking up the hillside, but worth it.
Beautiful my lovely friend
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So lovely, as I keep saying. The shelter is interesting, too.
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Well that was a lovely loo. Far better than many I've seen.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful gardens...I can imagine Queen Anne perched there looking down on that peaceful scene.
Beautiful! I think I would have to stay a year, at least, to see all I want to see!!
ReplyDeleteI love the high view from Queen Anne's Seat. Definitely worth the climb!
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ReplyDeletePatsy
Looks divine. I could definitely get lost here in utter bliss.
ReplyDeleteYet another beautiful place. Those English were so creative with all of their homes and gardens.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this trip Barbara. Wow what a loo! :-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful view- hope you got to sit down somewhere undraughty after the climb.
This is a very spectacular place you are visiting. Thanks for taking us along.
ReplyDeleteAnother lovely collection Barbara!
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