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Herstmonceux Castle Estate.

A beautiful sunny, warm autumn morning saw us heading out to the stunning 15th century moated Herstmonceux Castle, set in a beautiful estate featuring woodland trails, lakes, meadows and themed and formal gardens, including a magic garden with definite echos of Francis Hodgson Burnett (The Secret Garden).

Built as a luxurious fortified home in the mid 15th century by Sir Roger Fiennes, who had fought at Agincourt with Henry V, it is now owned by Queen’s University in Canada and is their UK campus as well as a visitor centre.

It’s is a magical location and well worth the £8 entrance fee

The Folly and its walled garden were built by Sir Paul Latham, owner of Herstmonceux Castle from 1933-46.
Apothecary Garden- A collection of herbs for medicinal and culinary use.
Set within the original walled garden of the castle, the imposing central sundial is a striking feature.