Events

Norfolk Gardens Trust

Wednesday October 5th

Impressions of Lincolnshire Gardens

An illustrated talk by Steffie Shields

Garden Visits

Norfolk Gardens not normally shown to the general public can be exclusively visited, or Gardens which may be open occasionally are open especially for Trust Members only, making for a more relaxed and less crowded visit. This is a splendid way to see the very best, and often the very latest, of the Garden making in the county. Selected Gardens in our neighbouring counties of Suffolk and Cambridgeshire are sometimes included. Needless to say, afternoon visits always conclude with delicious tea and cakes.

Talks

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The fine and historic gardens of Lincolnshire are often neglected. Steffie Shields, photographer, writer and lecturer, reveals the unexpected and intriguing designed landscapes and gardens of the county - old and new.

The John Innes Centre 7.30 p.m.

Wednesday November 9th

The Lost Gardens of Suffolk

An illustrated talk by Edward Martin

Suffolk has a rich garden heritage, but in common with all counties, many gardens have been lost. Edward Martin, chairman of the Suffolk Institute of Archaeology and History, traces some of the lost sites and features, from Tudor mansions to Victorian follies.

John Innes Centre, Norwich 2.30 p.m.

Wednesday January 11th 2012

Baroque and Rococo Gardens in Germany

An illustrated talk by Michael Symes

Often sidelined when compared to those of Italy and France, the late 17th to mid 18th centuries saw the creation of some outstanding formal gardens in Germany. Michael Symes, writer and garden historian based at Birkbeck College, presents some gardens of exceptional quality and interest, as well as being examplars of restoration and maintenance, including the magnificent gardens of the Electors of Hanover at Herrenhausen.

John Innes Centre, Norwich 2.30 p.m.

Gardens visits in 2011:

AGM at Middleton Hall, nr Harleston

Clermont House, Little Cressingham

Hunworth Hall

Brinton Hall