This week’s #frifotos* theme is summer – and what better way to show off the season than with a beautiful summer garden.
The girls and I are currently in Aberystwyth, mainly to attend Alex’ graduation, but also to explore more of one of our favourite lands, Wales. Driving from Shrewsbury to Aber this afternoon, we passed a sign for Powis Castle and naturally had to stop and investigate.
The medieval castle is high on a cliff near the town of Welshpool (or Trallwng in Welsh; such a cool language) and is interesting in itself. However, my favourite this afternoon was the beautiful summery gardens, the yews, the labyrinth, the greenery tunnel, the lead statues, the romantic secret little shelters, the terraces, the orangery, and not least, flowers like an ocean of colour.
Would you like to live in this lovely summer garden?
In the middle of the gardens is this fabulous Edwardian cottage behind the pale pink roses. Can you see yourself living here for a few days? I can. And also, I can. It’s available for hire (contact National Trust if you’re interested.)
*#FriFotos is a weekly Twitter chat founded by @EpsteinTravels where travellers share their favourite photos. Each week has a theme. Search #FriFotos on Twitter to see more or to join in.
Your’re in Wales! I love Wales. I’ve only been there once – I really should go back! And I agree – their language is very cool – seems to be mostly consonants 🙂
Not easy to understand, but very cool.
Great photos. There’s nothing quite like English gardens in the summertime, is there?
Welsh gardens are a bit like English gardens as this post proves.
The house is also a very interesting visit due to its links to Clive of India and the East India Company.
Funny you mentioning that, John. I must admit I had ever heard of Clive of India until a few days ago, when I saw a statue of him in Shrewsbury, just across the border. Had to go into a shop and ask who this Clive was. Interesting bit of history there.
English, Welsh, British – all very pretty.
I would so love to live in that garden. Beautiful!
Isn’t it, though…
I would love to stay in that cottage. It is out of a storybook. . .beautiful photoes.
Thanks 🙂
What a beautiful garden – love the photo of the cottage shot through the roses! Congratulations to Alex!!
Thanks, Lisa 🙂
What a beautiful place to enjoy nice weather! And that statue of the pup standing on its back legs is super cute. 🙂
The many cool statues certainly added to the charm of Powis Castle gardens.
what a stunning garden love castle gardens in the UK 🙂 thanks for sharing
Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Garden cottage? Yes please! I so love these pictures. Want to go to Wales.
You’d love it, Vera Marie. Gorgeous gardens, fascinating history, mystery and magic everywhere.
I love your photos of these beautiful gardens. I’d also like to explore around that fabulous castle!
Love Welsh castles.
Gorgeous! Love the pic of the flowers with the cottage in the background!
Very representative of the gardens.
I’d SO love to live there for a few days! Delightful and idyllic 🙂
I would, too. Definitely something to consider for next time…
Lovely garden, you took some beautiful shots!
Thanks, Angela 🙂
I can definitely see myself spending a few days there or even living there! Congras on Alex’s graduation!
Me too. And thanks 🙂
I think I could handle that as my garden. Can you imagine having all those gardens to play in every beautiful summers day. I just hope the house comes with a gardener … or 12!
Know what you mean. I love gardens, but not gardening…
I am such a sucker for gorgeous gardens. Beautiful photos!
So am I. Could wander around for ever.
What a gorgeous garden! 🙂
I feel lucky to have stumbled upon it (or rather, driven past and stopped on an impulse…)
How lovely! Looks like the perfect place to spend an afternoon with a good book.
Excellent idea 🙂
Thanks for sharing all of these gorgeous photos! I love exploring gardens wherever I travel. My most recent garden discovery is at the top of the Schlossberg mountain in Graz, Austria. In addition to a breathtaking view of the city, you get to experience the beauty of colorful flowers and well-kept grass and shrubberies. What a perfect way to spend a morning!
A mountain top garden in Austria sounds wonderful!
Glorious! Can see myself there…for sure! -Veronica
You’d like it there, Veronica 🙂