Polesden Lacey: National Trust Guidebook

by Simon Akeroyd, Vicky Bevan

A golf course, a pet cemetery and a suite fir for royalty: welcome to Polesden Lacey, former home of the indomitable - and controversial - socialite, Maggie Greville (also known as Mrs Ronnie), and country retreat for the Edwardian era's rich and famous. This guidebook uncovers the life of Mrs Greville and the experiences of those who visited and worked for her at Polesden Lacey. Find out what life was like for her army of servants; marvel at the glittering gold Saloon, where weekend guests were entertained by renowned London acts; and discover what the Duke and Duchess of York (later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth) got up to on their honeymoon here. Additional features include an extensive guide to Polesden Lacey's garden, and in-depth information on some of Mrs Greville's most important collections, such as here Faberge objects, and paintings.

Genres: Guidebook

64 pages, Paperback

Published July 1, 2015

About the author

Simon is an author having written over 30 gardening books, and contributes to national gardening magazines and newspapers. He has also featured as a TV presenter and on radio. He was previously Garden Manager for both RHS and National Trust. He was also a BBC producer.

He currently lives in South Devon.

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Standard National Trust guide book. Scrapes a four as the house bit is fine but I wish they spent less time describing the gardens, but that’s personal taste.