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Kingston Lacy

21 August 2008 - Kingston Lacy House and Gardens.

Continuing our tour of the local NT properties.

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The front entrance to the 17th century house which was the home to the Bankes family for more than 300 years.

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On the left is the laundry and in the distance are the stables.

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A closer look at the stables.

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The southern aspect of the magnificent house.

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For me what made this house so special was that the contents were pretty much just as they were left when the owner died in 1981. Many of the properties you visit contain items that have been brought to the house after it was acquired by the trust.

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The very colourful Parterre.

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A more traditional view. There was plenty to see in the various parts of the extensive grounds.

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This is the Japanese Tea Garden .

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Walking back to the house down Cedar Avenue.