Out & about - places to visit -

摘要

The first signs of spring are forcing their way through the haze of winter Jean Vernon suggests some places that will reward an early visit. If you're looking for a garden with charm and character flowing naturally from all corners, The Old Rectory issurely the garden to visit Created and owned by renowned garden designer Mary Keen, it provides a unique insight into the layout and thinking behind what is actually a very immature garden. Started only five years ago, it shows just what can be done ina relatively short space of time. The one and a half acres are divided into about 12 distinct areas, each surprisingly well established. Even during the winter months, there's masses to see. 'I love winter flowers so there are lots of named snowdrops, and 20 or 30 different things are usually out at this time of year,' explains Mary, The garden is also blessed with a fabulous setting, close to a Saxon church in the Cotswolds.