Speke Hall

    National Trust Site.

    From the website...

    'A rare Tudor manor house, in a most unusual setting, surrounded by fragrant gardens protected by a collar of woodland. Constructed by a devout Catholic family, keen to impress visitors with their home's grandeur, in particular the Great Hall, this beautiful building has witnessed more than 400 years of turbulent history. Priests fleeing persecution in the 16th century were offered sanctuary, hiding in the secret priest's hole. Fascinating insights into the lives and work of the Victorian servants are revealed in the kitchen and dairy, while Tudor servants slept in the roof space. A perfect oasis from modern life.'

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    Comments and faves

    1. antonychammond (20 months ago | reply)

      Congratulations, I saw this wonderful photo in
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    2. leowincy (20 months ago | reply)

      Congratulations, I saw this wonderful photo in
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    3. vicki127. (20 months ago | reply)

      lovely shot :)

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    6. Rob-tography (20 months ago | reply)

      Thanks all :)

    7. TravellingTheBLU26 (20 months ago | reply)

      This is really so beautiful! I love the light under the trees in the leaves but everything else is just as gorgeous!

    8. ann j p (20 months ago | reply)

      Oh, how lovely!

    9. Reg Ramai (18 months ago | reply)

      Fantastic work!!!
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    10. TravellingTheBLU26 (18 months ago | reply)

      Beautiful work here my friend! Love the composition and light!

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