A captivating corner of Hardwick Hall Country Park, taken on the May Bank Holiday weekend just over a week ago.
It's a view that looks almost timeless, except that it is part of an entirely man-made landscape dating from the 18th century.
It was a wealthy businessman from Tyneside named John Burdon, who developed the grounds, creating a 17-acre ornamental lake by adding an artificial river leading to it and encircling it with a walkway.

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Gorgeous winter aconites yesterday in the sun.

These were at #hardwickhall

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Out out.

Enjoying the sun at #hardwickhall today.

Tonight I start "Ragnarok" - the #valcon2026 rollercoaster in the fairground/theme park area of the game.

Grumpy Henry VIII

He was supposed to be a massive knob head; do you think this artist caught his best side?

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Hardwick Hall rises proudly in the Derbyshire countryside, an exceptional example of Elizabethan architecture and part of the National Trust. The grand house, famed for its striking windows and ornate roofline, overlooks the atmospheric ruins of Hardwick Old Hall, a testament to the estate’s long history. Surrounded by rolling parkland and formal gardens, the site offers visitors a glimpse into the opulence of Historic England’s great country houses. A walk through the grounds blends heritage with nature, making it a favourite destination for those exploring #Derbyshire #ElizabethanArchitecture #HistoricEngland #NationalTrust #CountryHouse.

Taken Mar 2016

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Today's Flickr photo with the most hits - Hardwick Hall: the long gallery.

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