The fresh green grass is growing fast. It needs cutting with increasing frequency, keeping us busy. photo of grotto with pink rhododendron in foregroundHowever we are able to enjoy the warmer weather and appreciate the natural beauty of the estate .  The trees are now coming out of winter hibernation.  The kaleidoscope of colour visible from the various tree species, whilst spending time in the park, are a spectacle to behold. Who would have thought that there were so many shades of green?  The fruit trees are also in full blossom, adding a touch of white and pink to the backdrop.

photo of cherry blossom and white metal tree benchWhilst out enjoying the sun earlier in the week, I was thrilled to find a spider hidden in the bushes which was the most fluorescent green I have ever seen.  A little research on the internet suggested it to be a Green Orb Spider.  Alas it scuttled away before I had a chance to photo it.  Be reassured arachnophobes, that it was nowhere near the hut.  Although the cobwebs to be seen in the early morning dew on the fence of the paddock suggest there may be more to be found in the park.

The longer warmer days and the cooler evenings mean that you can sit outside and enjoy the panorama with a cup of tea or a glass of fizz but later retreat inside to the cosy wood burner in the hut.  We try to be as green as possible, buying locally whenever we can. While the wood burner may not be considered as green energy, the wood provided comes from the fallen trees on the estate.