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Photograph of tea on the lawn, c1900

Photograph of tea on the lawn, c1900
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The photograph shows a lady, most probably Lady Bolingbroke, being waited on by a footman in front of Lydiard House. The household and estate staff were much reduced by this time but clearly a great effort was made that year to create the floral bedding display.

Year:
c. 1900
Type:
Photograph
Location:
Lydiard House
Owner:
Swindon Borough Council
Copyright:
Lydiard House
Credit:
Friends of Lydiard Park
Last updated on:
Wednesday 8th December 2021

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Photograph of Lady Bolingbroke on steps of Lydiard House
Photograph of Lady Bolingbroke on steps of Lydiard House

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