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Nostell Priory

January 14, 2017 62 Comments

Nostell Priory is also part of the National Trust and is located close to Wakefield, in Yorkshire. I visited this place last year under a bright blue sky, how lucky !

Nostell Priory

We spent an afternoon there, visiting the house and the gardens. The house was built in the XVII century on a previous 12th-century priory dedicated to Saint Oswald. During the building of the house, they spared no expense until … the money ran out. As a result a lot of room remain unfinished.

Nostell Priory
Nostell Priory

In each room, a volunteer gave us some information and quirky facts and I found it really nice !

After the house we visited the grounds, especially the Kitchen Garden which is located behind the Orangery. This is mainly an orchard, with a lot of apple trees and vegetables. There was also some bright flowers that I enjoyed taking picture of.

Nostell Priory

Nostell Priory

Nostell Priory
Nostell Priory
Nostell Priory
Nostell Priory

 

Nostell Priory

 

 

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62 Comments

  1. lorigreer Reply
    March 18, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    A delightful post! I am ready to pack my bags and visit this lovely place. Only in warmer weather, of course!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 14, 2017 at 8:19 pm

      Gardens are always better when there is a bit of sunshine to really enjoy the colourful flowers for sure!

  2. Inger Reply
    February 25, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    It is pouring down here in Stavanger today, so seeing all these lovely flowers really cheered me up! 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:32 pm

      We have been lucky here these last couple of weeks and weather as been quite lovely!

  3. Globalresidence Reply
    February 9, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    Lovely post! Haven’t heard the word ‘Orangery’ for quite a while, thanks.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:30 pm

      I think it’s quite popular in French style gardens but maybe not that popular in English ones!

  4. Cecilia Reply
    February 8, 2017 at 12:21 pm

    Great pictures, and a very informative post, thanks!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:26 pm

      I’m glad you enjoyed the post!

  5. twobrownfeet Reply
    January 26, 2017 at 2:37 am

    You really know how to capture flowers! Love it! Especially since I don’t see many flowers these days. We bought a couple of potted plants and flowers to compensate the lack of green around. I’m hoping they make it to summer. Haha! 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:15 pm

      Oh well, I’m in love with flowers 🙂 I’ve been taking so many pictures of flowers these last couple of weeks, weather has been quite good 🙂

      How are you plants? Did they survive?

      • twobrownfeet Reply
        May 8, 2017 at 12:48 am

        hehe… We had 3 casualties. Orchids, sunflower, and another variety didn’t make it. The rest have been doing well and it takes lot of effort at times. But it’s worth it when you see the blooms. Sigh!

        • darwinontherocks Reply
          May 14, 2017 at 8:18 pm

          Oh no 🙁 Mine always die… haha. I have bought recently an aerial root plant : a Tillandsia. I hope I won’t kill it 😀

          • twobrownfeet
            May 15, 2017 at 2:52 am

            We are on a “how long will these last spree”. Haha! We’re using the seasons to justify which plant survives. Basil is trying to grow cherry tomatoes. All the best with your Tillandsia. 🙂 Have to check what it looks like.

          • darwinontherocks
            May 15, 2017 at 7:13 pm

            Apparently it is impossible to kill so it was quite appealing :p

  6. inesephoto Reply
    January 16, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    Beautiful post! Loved the summery photographs, and realised how I am tired of winter 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:06 pm

      I thought our winter was quite short… the sunny days came really early this year and we’ve had very little rain so far. I cannot complain too much!

  7. Amanda Afield Reply
    January 16, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    Love the flowers! That’s too bad they ran out of money before they could finish furnishing it!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:05 pm

      That is very silly, they should have thought about it twice!

  8. Mabel Kwong Reply
    January 16, 2017 at 9:07 am

    Amazing close ups of the flowers and love the bokeh in the background. Lol, money ran out before the building was finished. Sounds like the builders and owners really wanted to go all out and build a really fancy place that looks good and tells a story steeped in history 🙂

    Very lucky indeed it was blue sky weather. I think that is best for photographing flowers – plenty of sunlight and a lovely blue sky backdrop 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:04 pm

      I love my bokeh 😉 the blue is definitely good when you take pictures of flowers.. but when the sun is too bright, it’s not that amazing 😀

  9. Photography Journal Blog Reply
    January 16, 2017 at 6:49 am

    What a beautiful spot, and what fabulous weather you got for your visit.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:03 pm

      We got lucky for our visit!

  10. tnwaphotography Reply
    January 15, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    Beautiful … couldn’t have asked for a nicer day. 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:03 pm

      We’ve had a nice couple of sunny days over the past months, it was nice!

  11. Dina Reply
    January 15, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    I have been a member of NT for several years now and I’ll never manage to visit all the properties and nature reserve they are looking after. This one is on my list now when we go north later this year. The kitchen garden is great, but also the library looks amazing. Thank you for sharing!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:03 pm

      There is just so much to see when you are a National Trust member. This year I was contemplating joining English Heritage but it seems that most the places are in the South.. so not that convenient for me!

  12. rosemaylily2014 Reply
    January 15, 2017 at 7:02 am

    I always love kitchen gardens – they have so many wonderful flowers, herbs and fruits in them! Have heard of Nostell Priory but never visited – you had a lovely day for your outing there! 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:02 pm

      If you are around, and if it’s a sunny day, it’s worth having a look!

      • rosemaylily2014 Reply
        May 5, 2017 at 11:54 am

        I would love to do a bit more exploring but don’t think it’s going to happen on this visit! I’ll message you very soon!

  13. Dancing With Shadows Reply
    January 15, 2017 at 2:38 am

    The flowers in the garden are gorgeous. However, the pragmatic side of me has kicked in and I wonder why is it that some people have such poor money management skills until they eye have insufficient funds to complete the job. And we haven’t even touched on the high cost of maintaining the estate. No wonder they all have to be sold off to the state government ultimately!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      I know! It seems ridiculous to start something that you wouldn’t have the money to finish! I often asked myself the same question!!

  14. Camp That Site Reply
    January 15, 2017 at 2:14 am

    Love the close ups of the flowers mixed with the full view. Just beautiful

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 9:00 pm

      That’s the type of pictures I love to take 🙂

  15. BookOfBokeh Reply
    January 15, 2017 at 12:15 am

    Wait! It’s sunny?!?! IN England?!?! When did that start?!?! You ought to tell someone about it… 🙂

    • Dina Reply
      January 15, 2017 at 12:47 pm

      Plenty of sun in Norfolk. Not just right now, I’m afraid …

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:59 pm

      Surprisingly, it’s not that rainy 🙂

  16. lexklein Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 9:44 pm

    You are getting some serious garden visits in there! Nice relief to see some blue skies today .. at least online!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:59 pm

      I’m crazy about gardens and I’ve tried to visit all the ones that are nearby 😉

  17. Lucy Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 9:20 pm

    Beautiful place! I love to see warm sunny pictures during this time of the year 🙂

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:53 pm

      It lifted my spirits for sure, but now the weather is better!

  18. bythebriny Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 8:24 pm

    Beautiful spot! It almost looks like somewhere in Italy rather than Yorkshire.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:50 pm

      Yorkshire is full of hidden gems 🙂

  19. tots2travel Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 7:07 pm

    I often find the grounds are as historical and atmospheric as the house itself.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:49 pm

      I always prefer to visit the grounds as well, when I have to chose one of the other 🙂

  20. vever02 Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 6:45 pm

    Wow, they are beautiful your photos, they make me think of the beautiful days.
    Have a good Sunday.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:48 pm

      Thank you!

  21. exploRVistas Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    It’s interesting the places around the world that were built in that fashion until the money ran out, Gin!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      Yes! It seems that it has always been a thing 😉

  22. joylovestravel Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 5:04 pm

    Love the flower pictures – just the thing to cheer up a grey, dismal January day!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      May 4, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      Thankfully now the day are brighter and flowers are really everywhere! We have had a good couple of weeks now 🙂

      • joylovestravel Reply
        May 5, 2017 at 10:55 am

        Fingers crossed it lasts a bit longer…

  23. Chris - CJ Attractions Guide Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 4:18 pm

    The gardens look beautiful, Can’t wait to be wandering around under blue skies that again soon! I love the way the flower background is blurred, Could I ask which camera you used as I am after one at the moment? 🙂

  24. Ingrid Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 4:04 pm

    Stunning estate but I particularly like the gardens. You captured the flowers beautifully.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      January 14, 2017 at 4:53 pm

      I had fun playing with the camera and taking pictures of these flowers

  25. YellowCable Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    Lovely garden. I can imagine sitting near the window and look out to this beautiful garden in the afternoon.

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      January 14, 2017 at 4:52 pm

      It’s a very quiet place and it was very nice to spend a few hours over there

  26. Amy Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 3:36 pm

    What a beautiful place to visit! Thank you for the tour!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      January 14, 2017 at 4:50 pm

      We had fun visiting this place !

  27. Ester Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 3:33 pm

    Beatiful, nice flowers!

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      January 14, 2017 at 4:49 pm

      Thank you ! The flowers were wonderful 🙂

  28. Awa on the Road Reply
    January 14, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    Reminder of warmth and sun. Appreciated under the cold winter skies of today 😉

    • darwinontherocks Reply
      January 14, 2017 at 4:49 pm

      It’s very cold here as well so I’m digging into my pictures taken during summer 🙂

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