It was a beautiful day, ideal for exploring the wonderfully restored gardens.
In the 1990's, garden historians re-created the Privy Garden, using the plants that were grown there during the time of William and Mary. They followed their Dutch taste in designing the gardens at Hampton Court, and were influenced by the French style as well. Queen Mary's Bower, a long tunnel arbor of elm, can be seen in the background.
Another view of the Privy Garden.
This area of grass and fruit trees was one of Queen Mary's flower gardens, and provided blooms for inside the palace.
Brilliantly-coloured tulips.
This area, formerly the Orange Quarter, is where Queen Mary's orange trees (many brought over from Holland) were kept in the warm months. The Banqueting House, built by King William after his wife's death, is in the background.
This view from the Banqueting House porch shows how the old Tudor palace and the William and Mary portion connect. As ever, the long arch of Queen Mary's Bower is visible.
An old garden roller. The greenery of Queen Mary's Bower can be seen over the wall.
Inside Queen Mary's Bower, a peaceful and shady place.
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