Brantwood House and Garden

I had heard the name ‘Ruskin’ but knew little of the man until visiting Brantwood House and Gardens last weekend. It turns out he was a rather interesting and influential man. A little quote by him caught my attention – “Take a handful of rubble from the roadside, and pick out a small stone. When examined …

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Lauriston Castle

Lauriston Castle sits behind a high stone wall.  We’ve often passed it in the car and wondered what exactly was hidden beyond the wall.  Today we decided to go and find out.  We arrived promptly in time for the 2pm tour around the house.  The last owner of the house, Mrs Reid, left it to …

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