Hatfield House and Gardens

There is a lot of history and a lot to see at Hatfield House.  This is just a sample.   I’ve started with this flower because it is the most regal that I have seen.  You might also like to view the amazing interiors and some of its Elizabethan history by clicking here.

Inside the house are the famous Rainbow and Ermine portraits of Elizabeth I, together with a  number of ornate ceilings and artifacts.

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For instance, this is Lord Burghley who created and ran what was probably the first organized intelligence service.

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. Access from Hatfield rail station is via a viaduct (I’ve always wanted to say that) that spans over a village.

Further into the estate is the old house and gardens.

This is the rear view of the newer house.

Across the green is the old church.

And, nearby is a path leading to the church which is open to visitors for part of the day.

In the church grounds there is this Tudor cottage.

And, inside the church the ceiling is being restored.

There are a number of gardens and water features.

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Meet the crew.  There are several statues but I thought this was the best and appears to feature Queen Elizabeth I herself.

There is quite an extensive shopping mall with a gallery, large cafe and this.  A toy shop and gun shop side by side. What can I say, it’s the countryside.  Here are some flowers.

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If you like history then Hatfield House is steeped in it.  More  here.

September 19, 2015 | Categories: Art, History, North London, Photography, Places to Photograph Near London, Places to Visit, Travel, uk | Tags: elizabeth I, flowers, garden, hatfield house, lord burghley, photography, statues | 6 Comments