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Shardeloes 33639_038
Filename: 33639_038.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (8.0MB)
Date: 24th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
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Shardeloes 33639_038
Shardeloes, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, 2018. The former walled kitchen garden at Shardeloes, thought to be on the site of part of the water gardens that were present in 1730s. SU9398
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Media ID 23794827
© Historic England Archive
Garden Walled Garden Kitchen Garden
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the enchanting beauty of Shardeloes, a historic estate nestled in the heart of Amersham, Buckinghamshire. The focal point of this image is the former walled kitchen garden at Shardeloes, believed to be located on the very spot where magnificent water gardens once thrived during the 1730s. The intricate design and meticulous planning that went into creating this garden are evident from above. The symmetrical layout, with its neatly arranged paths and perfectly aligned beds, showcases both functionality and aesthetic appeal. It's as if nature itself has been tamed within these walls. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene captured by Damian Grady for Historic England, our imagination takes flight. We envision vibrant flowers blooming in abundance, fragrant herbs filling the air with their delightful scents, and luscious fruits ripening under the warm sun. Shardeloes' former walled kitchen garden stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our desire to create harmony between man-made structures and natural landscapes. It serves as a reminder of an era when self-sufficiency was paramount and gardens were not just places of beauty but also sources of sustenance. Through this photograph, we are transported back in time to witness history unfolding before our eyes. We can almost hear echoes of laughter from past generations who reveled in this idyllic sanctuary amidst bustling city life. Shardeloes' walled kitchen garden truly encapsulates timeless elegance and remains an enduring symbol of British
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