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About Abbotswood
Abbotswood, located near Lower Swell in Gloucestershire, England, is a historic estate featuring formal gardens designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Mark Fenwick. The estate is listed as Grade II* on the National Heritage List for England, recognizing its significant architectural and historic interest. The gardens at Abbotswood encompass formal terraces, lawns, fountains, ponds, and a variety of plantings. Notable features include a paved terrace with a central lily pond extending from the west gable of the south wing, a large formal garden subdivided into symmetric sections by hedges and paths, and a sunken tennis lawn with a herbaceous border. A hexagonal open-sided garden house is situated at the southwest corner of the lawn, and a summerhouse is built beneath the upper garden, overlooking the tennis lawn. The estate's history dates back to the 13th century, with the current house constructed in 1867 and extensively remodeled by Lutyens in the early 20th century. The surrounding parkland, covering approximately 55 hectares, includes features such as a river-fed pond, a well, and remains of a medieval moat. In addition to the main house and gardens, several structures within the estate are individually listed for their architectural significance. These include the Garden Pavilion at the southwest corner of the lower terrace, gates, gate piers, and walls framing the rose garden and lower terrace, all listed as Grade II. Abbotswood is recognized as a fine example of early 20th-century garden design, reflecting the collaboration between Lutyens and Fenwick in creating a harmonious blend of architecture and landscape.
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