Stowe landscape gardens and monuments (Sat. 26/04/14)
We need drivers – if you want to come and have a car can you let us know sooner rather than later
Embark on a legendary journey and follow in the footsteps of 18th-century tourists by immersing yourself in 250 acres of stunning, informal landscape! Discover a fascinating history of a family and landscape that rose from sheep farming to becoming one of the most famous gardens in the world.
With a 1700’s Inn and 40 temples, Stowe harbours 300 hundreds years of history throughout its gardens, full of hidden meanings and secrets waiting you for discover them!
The three magnificent lakes, a bustling wildlife and the vast variety of wild-flowers that spring out in this period of the year make of Stowe a splendid place to have a walk and enjoy the views regardless the weather, where our photographers will surely find plenty of views to immortalise.
The park offers a route around the gardens to discover the fresh beginnings and beauty of the spring flowers.
For more information, check out Stowe website:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe/things-to-see-and-do/garden/
| Activity date: | Saturday 26th of April |
| Meeting point: | The Café Bookshop (Cranfield University) at 10:00 am |
| Departing time from Cranfield: | 10:15 am |
| Arriving time to Cranfield (approx): | 17.45 pm |
| Walk length (Km): | Around 5 miles |
| Club members only?: | No. But number are restricted to 16 |
| Sign up at: | Email walking@cranfield.ac.uk with “Pedro – Stowe” in the subject title |
| Sign-up deadline: | Friday 25th April by 1pm |
| Price: | £8 members, £12 non members |
| Meal provided?: | No. There is a shop and cafe, but you may want to bring food for a picnic! |
| Gear: | Appropriate clothes and footwear for a gentle country walk. Always carry some water with you. |
| Other information: | Normal entry fee is £8.50, the Walking Society is covering transport. But as always we need drivers! |
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September 18, 2014 at 14:32
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