18.03.20
Award winning Trauttmansdorff Castle Botanical Gardens in the northern Italian Alps have been described as one of the most beautiful gardens in Italy, with their mix of historical and contemporary architecture, and unique combination of nature, culture and art carved into the dramatic landscape. Talk by Dr Saruhan Mosler. Members cost £7.50
20.04.20
Uncover the developments in English Garden History from Medieval to present times. The 6-week course highlights the key factors that have influenced their design and identifies key individuals and gardens from different periods. Where possible, examples will feature Essex gardens. 7-9pm, cost £45.
14.05.20
A Study Day at Godinton House in Kent, combining Garden History with Literature. We will look at the contemporary trends and fashions in garden design and landscape tourism in Jane Austen’s time, and consider how she uses these in her work to develop and enrich her characters and plots. 10am-3pm. £40, including garden entrance.
