Tag Archives: Somerset

Montacute House, Somerset

Montacute is a masterpiece of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design. With its towering walls of glass, glow of ham stone and surrounding gardens, it is a place of beauty. Sir Edward Phelips was the visionary force and money behind the … Continue reading

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Lytes Cary Manor

Lytes Cary Manor is an intimate medieval manor house with a beautiful Arts and Crafts garden where you can imagine living.Originally the family home of Henry Lyte, where he translated the unique Niewe Herball book on herbal remedies, Lytes Cary … Continue reading

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St Cuthbert’s – Parish Church at Wells, Somerset

Very large parish church in Wells, sometimes confused by visitors as the Cathedral!

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Once upon a time …

The Bishop lived in a Palace. As here in Wells, Somerset.

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Wells Cathedral – Stained Glass Windows

Medieval window from Rouen Behind the West window The East windows

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Wells Cathedral

The beautiful medieval cathedral dedicated to St Andrew.

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The small and beautiful city of Wells in Somerset

Wells Cathedral Market Place

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More Dunster Castle colour

More colour from flowers and foliage at Dunster Castle, Somerset.

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Colours around Dunster Castle

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Dunster Castle, Somerset

National Trust property in Exmoor National Park.

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