Anglo-Saxon Landscapes at the Time of the Norman Conquest
Anglo-Saxon Landscapes at the Time of the Norman Conquest
The introduction of the Normans in the 2nd half of the eleventh century irreparably transformed The Anglo-Saxon lifestyle. At the time of the conquest, the Normans surpassed the Anglo-Saxons in building design and cultivation. But home life, household architecture, and decoration were out of the question until the Normans taken over the entire population. Castles were more fundamental constructions and often built on blustery hills, where their tenants devoted both time and space to practicing offense and defense, while monasteries were major stone buildings, regularly positioned in the widest, most fertile hollows. Gardening, a peaceful occupation, was unfeasible in these fruitless fortifications. The early Anglo-Norman style of architecture is depicted in Berkeley Castle, which is most likely the most unscathed sample we have. It is said that the keep was developed during William the Conqueror's time. An enormous terrace encompasses the building, serving as an obstruction to attackers wanting to dig under the castle walls. A picturesque bowling green, enveloped in grass and bordered by battlements clipped out of an ancient yew hedge, creates one of the terraces.
The Beauty of Simple Garden Decor: The Outdoor Garden Fountain
The Beauty of Simple Garden Decor: The Outdoor Garden Fountain It is also feasible to place your outdoor water fountain near a wall since they do not need to be hooked to a nearby pond.
Digging, installing and cleaning a nearby pond are no longer needed. There is no plumbing work necessary with this kind of self-sufficient water feature. Adding water on a frequent} basis is necessary, however. Your pond and the proximate area are sure to get dirty at some point so be sure to drain the water from the basin and fill it with clean water. Any number of materials can be used to build garden wall fountains, but stone and metal are the most frequently used. The most appropriate material for your fountain depends completely on the design you choose. The best designs for your garden wall fountain are those which are hand-crafted, simple to put up and not too heavy to hang. Moreover, be certain to buy a fountain which requires minimal maintenance. The re-circulating pump and hanging hardware are normally the only parts which need extra care in most installations, although there may be some cases in which the setup is a bit more complex. Little exertion is needed to enliven your garden with these sorts of water features.