Nymans Gardens Nature Presented With An Aesthetic Eye
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A bountiful reserve of nature The Nymans Gardens in Sussex present the perfect destination to take a relaxing stroll and unwind
. The gardens were once the part of the home of Leonard Mussel and his wife Maud. The couple inherited the land in 1915 and the aesthetic beauty that can be found here is mostly through their influence.
Since the time the Mussels moved in up to three generations of the family lived here before sadly the house burned down in 1947. Some of the rooms still survived and they were used as to entertain family friends and as well as a base from which to tend the garden. After the death of Colonel Messel, the gardens were transferred to the National Trust.
The gardens are extremely picturesque and cover an area of 30 acres that is filled with a healthy array of plant life. Visitors will find that the gardens are divided in to different rooms, each of which features a theme. These rooms are actually sections of garden that are separated from each other by hedges. Some of the more prominent gardens include rose garden, lovely dovecote and temples. Some of the flowers that the garden is known for include azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias which are especially spectacular during May when they bloom.
Visitors can also take in magnificent views including of the Downs, more than one lake and a Pinetum that is filled with various types of conifer. The entire experience is further enhanced by the mature woodland that dominates much of the 600 acre estate. In the summer the surviving parts of the house are also open for visitation while the rest of the garden is open all year around.