This England: Snowshill -- The Gardens

I'm already eager for spring. I may be a lousy gardener myself, but I love visiting a good one. Charles Paget Wade, whom we met as the quirky collector of Snowshill Manor, loved his gardens as well and reviewing the photos reminds me that he did a fine job with his property. They are far more simplified than his home, which we saw in the last post!

Even in autumn, maybe especially in autumn, the sense of the garden, the colors and textures, were so very alive! We found this true, even though our visit was in mid-October.

This England: Road Trip to Snowshill Manor

I'm a collector. Lots of us are. We pick several (OK, maybe more than several) things that particularly appeal to us and build a collection. In my house you'll find vintage postcards, lots of china and dishes, figurines handed down from my mom, some British royal memorabilia (books, commemorative plates, cups and tins), plenty of Christmas and more than a few books.

Sometimes our houses get a little full.