Autumn

It really is one of our favourite times of the year, when the evenings draw in and the temperature drops. The gardens are resplendent with red, gold and tangerine coloured leaves that carpet the ground like a soft, plush rug. The cold air clears the skies, leaving us with chilly noses and bright eyes. The Castle comes to life as we light the fires for the first time, warming the stones and filling the chimneys with wood smoke. We hastily shut doors to keep in the heat, and enjoy the cosy atmosphere within the drawing rooms and Great Hall. What a fantastic season it is.