Gravetye Manor in November

I haven’t had the chance of visiting or photographing Gravetye Manor until a week ago. So, when I got an invitation to the launch of the re-release of William Robinson’s wonderful book, I didn’t hesitate long to accept. The visit included an absolutely fabulous talk by Tom Coward, who has been the head gardener of Gravetye for 15 years. He gave us a very interesting, detailed, colourful (and funny too!) talk about William Robinson and the gardens at Gravetye. After the talk, we were treated to a 3-course lunch at their Michelin star restaurant. The meal was so delicious and spent in great company. I don’t know if it counts as rude or not but I just couldn’t wait to get out into the garden so right after “the souflé I will never forget” and before the coffee, I kindly asked if it was possible to leave the table. So after the souflé came the garden.

It was a typical November Saturday, grey with not much light. Still, I did take my camera and captured some details. I hope you’ll enjoy them as much as I enjoyed looking around the garden. I cannot wait to see it again in the Spring. Or Summer. And Autumn. In all seasons. Do visit, it is beautiful.