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26 July 2006 SRW

Natural freedoms...
26 July 2006 (313)

Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, UK

From a day out at The Vyne....

From the National Trust website:
"The Summer-house is possibly the earliest domed garden building in England, dating from c1635.
Designed by John Webb, and built in the shape of a Greek cross, it is thought to be one of a pair planned for the garden,
and originally had a first floor which has now collapsed.

"Ornately decorated with plasterwork and richly painted,
it was variously used as a banqueting house, a 'lust' house, and a dovecote.
Currently, research is being undertaken into its original appearance;
and it will soon be undergoing restoration to its former glory."

More pictures to be posted tomorrow....

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Guest 06-Aug-2006 20:35
What an interesting building. John Waine would like this one!
Guest 27-Jul-2006 00:39
Two very good shots.
Guest 26-Jul-2006 21:48
Looks a great place for a ramble.
Christine P. Newman26-Jul-2006 21:11
Looks like a perfect little place to escape quietly with someone special.
Guest 26-Jul-2006 20:58
Very clear picture of an interesting building!
Johnny JAG26-Jul-2006 20:54
The Natural Truss has some great properties, nice shots.
Guest 26-Jul-2006 20:27
Awesome looking structure !!!