In times past, pilgrims followed a circular route, sometimes on their knees, as an act of piety, penitence or meditation. Pilgrims would also follow more complicated labyrinths, the most famous of which is Chartres. Our simple mown spiral version may be further developed at Arley.
Michael Dervill
Head Gardener
I for one hope that they do develop the idea further, I find labyrinths and mazes quite fascinating.
How lovely. Did you walk it?
We have a labyrinth here in Glastonbury, in the grounds of St Johns Church.
There wasn’t time on this occasion but I do intend to go back early next year. There are several things that I missed out on.
Corn circles, anyone?
It looks a bit like one doesn’t it?
Wonderful composition Cherie… we could all use acts of piety, penitence and meditation… just to keep us grounded….peter:)
Thank you
and you are right about the keeping grounded.
they can start with this-
http://nourishingobscurity.com/2011/01/17/the-classical-labyrinth/
and if they want any tips on how to make them even more elaborate………. well, I am cheap to hire
That one would look very nice in the space they have got. Perhaps I should ask them if they require your services
http://www.labyrinthos.net/ is an interesting site if you like mazes and labyrinths
Thanks
There is some fascinating information on that site.
Oh how welcome is the smell of mown grass on this grey Nov. I too like spirals finding a fascination when they are found formed in nature.
The spirals in nature are particularly fascinating. They can be seen everywhere once you know to look out for them.
It look very effective. I bet it’s harder to achieve than it seems.
I think there must be a particular technique to it.
He must have been a bit dizzy after that.
He?
I could look at that for hours!
It is a lovely place
Have you been to Leeds Castle?
There’s one there, fairly big one.
Oh yes, Longleat Maze is quite interesting too.
I have visited the maze, it is a challenge!!
http://www.cheriesplace.me.uk/blog/index.php/2011/02/15/leeds-castle-maze/
I have not been to the one at Longleat though.