Monthly Archives: April 2012

Living in the Cotswolds

Posted on April 29, 2012 by scatterbrook

Mother nature vs. Gothic architecture. Continually drawn to piles of old stones. Castles, Cathedrals, Abbeys, even piles of stones assembled by Mother Nature.

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In an few English country gardens

Posted on April 15, 2012 by scatterbrook

. There are some charming gardens in the Cotswolds. The Highgrove Gardens of Prince Charles, the Whatley Manor gardens and Sudeley Castle gardens vary widely in style and intent. The intent of HRH at Highgrove is environmental sustainability, the style … Continue reading →

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Bells and clocks

Posted on April 13, 2012 by scatterbrook

Village life is a bit like Midsommer Murders, but without the murders. – As far as we know.  The Prestbury ecclesiastical parish administers the affairs of the churches, the 730 year old St Mary’s and the other one. The members … Continue reading →

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A Priory in the Cotswolds

Posted on April 7, 2012 by scatterbrook

We are presently engaged in a fascinating house exchange. Bruce and Maggie are enjoying warm autumnal weather in our home on the edge of the forest in Belgrave Australia, while we enjoy a month in a village near Cheltenham U.K. … Continue reading →

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