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Ravenscroft (Cleddon Hall), cave in garden
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Ravenscroft (Cleddon Hall), cave in garden
Ravenscroft (now called Cleddon Hall), Trellech, Monmouthshire, Wales, birthplace of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970), British philosopher and author. Seen here is an artificial cave in the garden where Russell's parents, Lord and Lady Amberley, were buried in 1876 and 1874 respectively, together with their daughter Rachel. Some time later, Lord Amberley's parents had the remains transferred to the family vault in the Bedford Chapel, St Michael's Church, Chenies, Buckinghamshire. Date: circa 1960s
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This print captures the serene beauty of Ravenscroft (Cleddon Hall) in Trellech, Monmouthshire, Wales - the birthplace of renowned British philosopher and author Bertrand Russell. The image showcases an artificial cave nestled within the lush garden where Russell's parents, Lord and Lady Amberley, were laid to rest alongside their daughter Rachel in the late 19th century.
The misty atmosphere adds a sense of mystery and tranquility to this sacred spot, where generations past have found eternal peace. The stone structure stands as a poignant reminder of love and loss, surrounded by the vibrant leaves of nature's embrace.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from the 1960s, we are transported back in time to a place where history whispers through the foggy air. The branches reach out like memories intertwined with sorrow and remembrance.
Ravenscroft exudes a sense of solemnity and reverence within its private grounds, where every stone tells a story of lives once lived. It is here that Lord Amberley's family legacy continues to be honored through generations, even as their remains were later transferred to a distant family vault.
In this moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the fleeting nature of life and the enduring power of memory etched into manmade structures on Welsh soil.
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