Stowe

We headed off to Stowe recently with our newly acquired National Trust cards burning a hole in our pockets as we had been promised 'carpets' of snowdrops.  I can't say we saw 'carpets' of the things, more carpet tiles and the odd small rug, however it was a lovely walk around the grounds and the dog loved it.

South facade of Stowe House




'Carpets' of Snowdrops






The Temple of Ancient Virtue


The Temple of British Worthies



only one woman there though (!)


The Cook Monument



Built in 1778.

The Gothic Temple



Designed by James Gibbs and completed in 1748.

The Queen's Temple



This was also designed by James Gibbs for Lady Cobham to entertain her friends.

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