From the guide book:
The focal point of the courtyard is the yew topiary on the eastern boundary.
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The East Court
5 Comments CherryPie on May 14th 2013
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The Paved Room
As I took this photo, Jams came to the forefront of my mind…
3 Comments CherryPie on May 13th 2013
We carry within us the wonders we seek without us.
Sir Thomas Browne
62 Comments CherryPie on May 12th 2013
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The Long Gallery
From the Hardwick Hall guidebook:
The canopy halfway along the Gallery is one of the most magnificent examples of late 17th-century upholstery surviving in England. It had originally formed the tester and head of the bed in the state bedroom at Chatsworth supplied by Francis Lapierre in 1697. The 6th Duke installed it at [...]
12 Comments CherryPie on May 11th 2013
This street art is quite a contrast the Metropolitan gardens that are close by. Pictures of the gardens can be seen here.
More street art can be found in the gallery.
14 Comments CherryPie on May 10th 2013
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The Royal Arms
The Royal Arms are supported by a lion and a dragon. The fireplace, which can be seen here is quite plain in comparison.
2 Comments CherryPie on May 10th 2013
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Entrance to the High Great Chamber
8 Comments CherryPie on May 9th 2013
