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Snow in Historic Gardens Near Dorchester

Juliet Braidwood
Nov 21, 2024
1 min read
A picture of snow falling on a circular pond with a statue and sundial at the centre of it, surrounded by a brick path that's surrounded by a topiary hedge.
Snow at the centre of Athelhampton's historic kitchen garden

Athelhampton enjoyed a snow day today!


Snow falling on the Great Court in Athelhampton's historic gardens. The huge yew pyramids surround the pond and fountain at the centre of the court, and in the background one of the Victorian Ham Hill stone pavilions is visible.
Snow in the Great Court at Athelhampton

Even with difficult traveling conditions we welcomed visitors who explored the historic house and gardens near Dorchester, and enjoyed a hot lunch in our restaurant.


A view across the West Lawn at Athelhampton. A tree stands on the left hand side, half blocking the view of the West Wing of the house. On the right, the circular medieval dovecot with a conical roof stands.
Snow on the West Lawn at Athelhampton

I wonder how many snow days there have been at Athelhampton has since it was constructed in 1485?


The front of Athelhampton at the end of the day, with hundreds of footprints in the snow from where visitors have walked backwards and forwards to the front door of the house.
Athelhampton at the end of the day

Athelhampton is 7 days a week all year round, to welcome visitors to our house, gardens, and restaurants.

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