Wick Cottage Gardens

Downs, Moorland in Berkshire Vale of White Horse

England

Wick Cottage Gardens

Radley College: entrance For more about the college see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radley_College" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radley_College">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Radley College: entrance Credit: Basher Eyre

Wick Cottage Gardens, located in Berkshire, is a charming and picturesque garden that offers visitors a peaceful and idyllic retreat from the bustling city life. Situated amidst the beautiful Berkshire Downs and Moorland, this garden is a haven for nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts alike.

Spanning across a vast area, Wick Cottage Gardens are renowned for their diverse range of plant species and immaculate landscaping. The garden is meticulously maintained, with well-manicured lawns, vibrant flower beds, and winding pathways that lead visitors through various themed sections.

One of the highlights of Wick Cottage Gardens is the impressive collection of rare and exotic plants. From colorful roses and delicate orchids to towering palm trees and fragrant lavender bushes, the garden showcases a stunning array of flora from across the globe. Visitors can spend hours exploring the different sections, each offering its unique beauty and charm.

In addition to the plant life, Wick Cottage Gardens also features several tranquil water features, including ornamental ponds and cascading waterfalls. These provide a serene atmosphere and create a soothing environment for visitors to unwind and relax.

The garden is not only a visual delight but also a habitat for a variety of wildlife. Birds, butterflies, and bees can be spotted amongst the flowers, adding to the natural ambiance of the surroundings.

Wick Cottage Gardens also offers a tea room where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea or indulge in a delicious slice of homemade cake while taking in the breathtaking views of the garden.

Overall, Wick Cottage Gardens in Berkshire is a must-visit destination for those seeking a tranquil and enchanting experience surrounded by nature's beauty.

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Radley College: entrance

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Basher Eyre

The Charter

The Charter in the centre of Abingdon. The building on the right is the multi storey car park

Nigel Mykura

Basketball Play Area

Basketball play area by Appledore Drive

Shaun Ferguson

Path to Barrow Hills

Path to Barrow Hills by Saint Peter's Road

Shaun Ferguson

St James the Great

Church in Radley.

Wayland Smith

Bowyer Arms

Public house in Radley.

Wayland Smith

Abingdon Market Place: late March 2022

Basher Eyre

WH Smith, Bury Street: late March 2022

Basher Eyre

Shoppers in Bury Street

Basher Eyre

Abingdon railway station (site), Oxfordshire

Opened in 1856 by the Abingdon Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, this was the terminus of a short branch which left the Paddington-Oxford line south of Radley. The station closed to passengers in 1963 and completely in 1984. View west towards the buffers. This viewpoint would have been just beyond the end of the single passenger platform, which would have run straight ahead. A goods yard was to the left of the image. The site is mostly a supermarket, but Abbey Close cuts across the site between the platform and the site of the station building. No trace remains.

Nigel Thompson

Abingdon railway station (site), Oxfordshire

Opened in 1856 by the Abingdon Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, this was the terminus of a short branch which left the Paddington-Oxford line south of Radley. The station closed to passengers in 1963 and completely in 1984. View east from near the buffers along the single passenger platform, which would probably have run straight through the grey doors. The site is now mostly a supermarket, but Abbey Close in the foreground cuts across the site between the platform and the site of the station building (behind the camera position). No trace remains.

Nigel Thompson

Former County Hall, Abingdon - south elevation

This was the former Berkshire County Hall until Reading replaced Abingdon as county town in 1867. Abingdon itself became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974 and Berkshire County Council ceased to exist in 1998, although the county continues to have ceremonial status. The building dates from 1678-82 and today houses a museum. Seen here is the tower that carries a staircase up several flights.

David Kemp

Former County Hall, Abingdon - north-west elevation

David Kemp

Crop field, Thames Valley

Near Radley.

JThomas

Crop field and woodland

South of Radley.

JThomas

River Thames near Abingdon

JThomas

An historic occasion â 10 June 1972

This was the very first steam-hauled train to run on British Railways following the lifting of the ban on steam operation when its own operations ceased. Castle-class 7029 'Clun Castle' heads the train through Radley on its way from Birmingham to Didcot.

Alan Murray-Rust