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The '''Alnwick Garden''' is a complex of [[formal garden]]s adjacent to [[Alnwick Castle]] in the town of [[Alnwick]], [[Northumberland]], England. The gardens have a long history under the [[dukes of Northumberland]], but fell into disrepair until revived at the turn of the 21st century. The garden now features various themed plantings designed around a central [[water cascade]]. The revival of the gardens led to several public disputes between the [[Jane Percy, Duchess of Northumberland|Duchess of Northumberland]] and various garden experts concerning preservation and the use of public funds.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.scotsman.com/news/estate-of-play-the-controversial-gardens-at-alnwick-castle-have-become-something-of-a-life-s-work-for-the-duchess-of-northumberland-as-has-the-quest-to-fund-them-1-1084189|title=Estate of play: The controversial gardens at Alnwick Castle have become something of a life's work for the Duchess of Northumberland, as has the quest to fund them|date=7 August 2008|work=[[The Scotsman]]|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714120503/http://www.scotsman.com/news/estate-of-play-the-controversial-gardens-at-alnwick-castle-have-become-something-of-a-life-s-work-for-the-duchess-of-northumberland-as-has-the-quest-to-fund-them-1-1084189|archive-date=14 July 2014}}</ref> The garden now belongs to a charitable trust, which is separate from Northumberland Estates, although the [[Ralph Percy, 12th Duke of Northumberland|12th Duke of Northumberland]] donated the 42-acre (17 ha) site and contributed £9 million towards redevelopment costs. |
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== History == |
== History == |
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The first [[garden]] was laid down in 1750 by the [[Hugh Percy, 1st Duke of Northumberland|1st Duke of Northumberland]], who employed [[ |
The first [[garden]] was laid down in 1750 by the [[Hugh Percy, 1st Duke of Northumberland|1st Duke of Northumberland]], who employed [[Capability Brown]], the celebrated Northumberland gardener, to [[landscape]] the parkland adjoining Alnwick Museum. |
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The [[Hugh Percy, 3rd Duke of Northumberland|3rd Duke]] was a plant collector, and led a century of development at Alnwick |
The [[Hugh Percy, 3rd Duke of Northumberland|3rd Duke]] was a plant collector, and led a century of development at Alnwick – he brought seeds from over the world, and pineapples were raised in hothouses. In the middle of the 19th century, the [[Algernon Percy, 4th Duke of Northumberland|4th Duke]] created an Italianate garden featuring a large conservatory, and at the end of the century, the gardens were at their grandest, with yew topiary, avenues of limes and acres of flowers. |
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During World War |
During the [[World War II|Second World War]]'s "''[[Victory garden|Dig for Victory]]''" campaign, the garden was turned over and provided food, and soon afterwards the austerity of the 20th century saw the garden fall into disrepair. It was closed as a working garden in 1950. |
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== Redevelopment == |
== Redevelopment == |
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Redevelopment of the |
Redevelopment of the garden was instigated by [[Jane Percy, Duchess of Northumberland]] in 1997, and has been led by [[Belgium|Belgian]] landscape designers [[Jacques Wirtz|Jacques and Peter Wirtz]]. It is the most ambitious new garden created in the United Kingdom since the Second World War, with a reported total development cost of £42 million.{{cn|date=April 2014}} |
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The first phase of redevelopment, opened in October 2001, involved the creation of the cascade and initial planting of the gardens. |
The first phase of redevelopment, opened in October 2001, involved the creation of the cascade and initial planting of the gardens. On 22 December 2004 a large 6,000 sq ft (560 m2) [[tree house]] complex, including a cafe, was opened.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/pound3m-treehouse-graces-grounds-of-hogwarts-5q5308t222t |title=Alnwick Treehouse opens |date=23 December 2004 |work=The Times}}</ref> A pavilion and visitor centre designed by Sir [[Michael Hopkins (architect)|Michael Hopkins]] and [[Buro Happold]] opened in May 2006, with capacity for 1,000 people.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.europetravelnews.com/destinations/alnwick-garden/803.htm |title=Alnwick Garden's 'transparent' visitor centre |date=16 May 2006 |work=Europe Travel News |accessdate=27 December 2008 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20070927213158/http://www.europetravelnews.com/destinations/alnwick-garden/803.htm |archivedate=September 27, 2007 }}</ref> The pavilion and visitor centre feature a [[Barrel vault|barrel-vaulted]] [[gridshell]] roof. The gardens include several water features as well as architectural landscaping, [[topiary]] and decorative gates. |
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==Poison Garden== |
== {{anchor|Poison Garden}} Poison Garden == |
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[[File:Poison Garden gate Alnwick - geograph.org.uk - 907906.jpg|thumb|Entrance gate to the Poison Garden]] |
[[File:Poison Garden gate Alnwick - geograph.org.uk - 907906.jpg|thumb|Entrance gate to the Poison Garden]] |
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A garden featuring intoxicating and [[List of poisonous plants|poisonous plants]] was added in February 2005. Species of the Poison Garden include ''[[Strychnos nux-vomica]]'' (source of [[strychnine]]), [[Conium maculatum|hemlock]], ''[[Ricinus communis]]'' (source of harmless [[castor oil]] but also deadly [[ricin]]), [[foxglove]], ''[[Atropa belladonna]]'', ''[[Brugmansia]]'' |
A garden featuring intoxicating and [[List of poisonous plants|poisonous plants]] was added in February 2005. The garden was thought of by the duchess herself, who wanted the garden to have something that was different from other gardens. Species of the Poison Garden include ''[[Strychnos nux-vomica]]'' (source of [[strychnine]]), [[Conium maculatum|hemlock]], ''[[Ricinus communis]]'' (source of harmless [[castor oil]] but also deadly [[ricin]]), [[foxglove]], ''[[Atropa belladonna]]'' (commonly called Deadly Nightshade'')'', ''[[Brugmansia]]'' and ''[[Laburnum]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blog.roadtrippers.com/blog/everything-in-the-worlds-most-poisonous-garden-wants-to-kill-you|title=Everything in the world's most poisonous garden wants to kill you|publisher=}}</ref> The mission of the Poison Garden also includes [[drug education]], with featured plantings of [[Cannabis sativa|cannabis]], [[coca]] and the opium poppy ''[[Papaver somniferum]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/step-inside-worlds-most-dangerous-garden-if-you-dare-180952635/|title=Step Inside the World's Most Dangerous Garden (If You Dare)|first=Natasha|last=Geiling|publisher=}}</ref> The Poison Garden is now one of the main reasons that people visit the gardens.{{says who?|date=March 2024}} |
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==See also== |
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*[[Orto botanico di Padova]] |
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==References== |
==References== |
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* [https://www.alnwickgarden.com/the-garden/poison-garden/ Poison Garden] website |
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGo9gYypQc8 Guided tour of the Poison Garden by head gardener Trevor Jones], Youtube |
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Latest revision as of 21:36, 9 April 2024
| Alnwick Garden | |
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  Alnwick Garden Alnwick Garden within Northumberland | |
| OS grid | NU190133 |
| Coordinates | 55°24′50″N 1°42′00″W / 55.414°N 1.7°W |
| Created | 1750 |
| Designer | Capability Brown |
The Alnwick Garden is a complex of formal gardens adjacent to Alnwick Castle in the town of Alnwick, Northumberland, England. The gardens have a long history under the dukes of Northumberland, but fell into disrepair until revived at the turn of the 21st century. The garden now features various themed plantings designed around a central water cascade. The revival of the gardens led to several public disputes between the Duchess of Northumberland and various garden experts concerning preservation and the use of public funds.[1] The garden now belongs to a charitable trust, which is separate from Northumberland Estates, although the 12th Duke of Northumberland donated the 42-acre (17 ha) site and contributed £9 million towards redevelopment costs.
History
[edit]The first garden was laid down in 1750 by the 1st Duke of Northumberland, who employed Capability Brown, the celebrated Northumberland gardener, to landscape the parkland adjoining Alnwick Museum.
The 3rd Duke was a plant collector, and led a century of development at Alnwick – he brought seeds from over the world, and pineapples were raised in hothouses. In the middle of the 19th century, the 4th Duke created an Italianate garden featuring a large conservatory, and at the end of the century, the gardens were at their grandest, with yew topiary, avenues of limes and acres of flowers.
During the Second World War's "Dig for Victory" campaign, the garden was turned over and provided food, and soon afterwards the austerity of the 20th century saw the garden fall into disrepair. It was closed as a working garden in 1950.
Redevelopment
[edit]Redevelopment of the garden was instigated by Jane Percy, Duchess of Northumberland in 1997, and has been led by Belgian landscape designers Jacques and Peter Wirtz. It is the most ambitious new garden created in the United Kingdom since the Second World War, with a reported total development cost of £42 million.[citation needed]
The first phase of redevelopment, opened in October 2001, involved the creation of the cascade and initial planting of the gardens. On 22 December 2004 a large 6,000 sq ft (560 m2) tree house complex, including a cafe, was opened.[2] A pavilion and visitor centre designed by Sir Michael Hopkins and Buro Happold opened in May 2006, with capacity for 1,000 people.[3] The pavilion and visitor centre feature a barrel-vaulted gridshell roof. The gardens include several water features as well as architectural landscaping, topiary and decorative gates.
Fountain, one of several water features in the gardens
The treehouse at Alnwick Garden
Lawn of Blue
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Winter vista at Alnwick Gardens
Water feature at Alnwick Garden
Poison Garden
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A garden featuring intoxicating and poisonous plants was added in February 2005. The garden was thought of by the duchess herself, who wanted the garden to have something that was different from other gardens. Species of the Poison Garden include Strychnos nux-vomica (source of strychnine), hemlock, Ricinus communis (source of harmless castor oil but also deadly ricin), foxglove, Atropa belladonna (commonly called Deadly Nightshade), Brugmansia and Laburnum.[4] The mission of the Poison Garden also includes drug education, with featured plantings of cannabis, coca and the opium poppy Papaver somniferum.[5] The Poison Garden is now one of the main reasons that people visit the gardens.[according to whom?]
References
[edit]- ^ "Estate of play: The controversial gardens at Alnwick Castle have become something of a life's work for the Duchess of Northumberland, as has the quest to fund them". The Scotsman. 7 August 2008. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014.
- ^ "Alnwick Treehouse opens". The Times. 23 December 2004.
- ^ "Alnwick Garden's 'transparent' visitor centre". Europe Travel News. 16 May 2006. Archived from the original on September 27, 2007. Retrieved 27 December 2008.
- ^ "Everything in the world's most poisonous garden wants to kill you".
- ^ Geiling, Natasha. "Step Inside the World's Most Dangerous Garden (If You Dare)".
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