Attingham Park

Last weekend was a holiday weekend, the weather was fine, and so we decided to brave the crowds a pay a visit to Attingham Park in Shropshire.
This is another fine property looked after by the National Trust, and although I don't think it is a very beautiful building on the outside, the interior is very splendid. Built in 1785 for the 1st Lord Berwick, it has been the setting for scandals and financial ruin.



The River Tern meanders through the estate, separating the house from the Deer Park. The grounds provide several enjoyable walks, this one following the river along the Mile Walk designed by Thomas Leggat in 1770.


This pair of cygnets are quite a late brood, but looked very serene as they dozed in the sunshine.


Close to the Bothy (which housed the unmarried gardeners) can be seen some very fine wood sculptures.


A round trip brings you back to the river and a very attractive bridge.


For once we had chosen a place to visit on a busy holiday weekend that was really pleasant to be, and where the crowds were not unbearable, and the traffic almost pleasant to drive in.

For more photos go to Smugmug - Attingham Park and for information National Trust | Attingham Park