Imitating the tower of the winds in athens to serve as a place for diversion and a banquet hall, its elegant classical silhouette stands on a headland in an idyllic spot looking out to strangford lough. Filled with the spirit and character of edith, lady londonderry, the house, gardens and demesne reveal the history, grandeur and enchantment of mount stewart, bringing it to life in a glorious celebration of people, power and plants. Mount stewarts temple of the winds owes much of its inspiration to the athens original but is not an exact copy see the gouache of that building made by stuart while still in greece. Aug 29, 2017 the temple of the winds, an exquisite building that is perched high on the hill on the edge of the estate, allows your guests breathtaking views across strangford lough. Mount stewart temple of winds james stuart, 1765 overlooking strangford lough, northern ireland.
Temple of the winds, mount stewart garden, northern irelan flickr. Sep 14, 2016 temple of the winds wedding mount stewart steph and john september 14, 2016 originally from northern ireland, the first time steph brought john home they visited mount stewar t and quickly fell in love with the building and its surroundings. Among the ruins they covered was the tower of the winds, a small octagonal structure in athens roman agora. I highly recommend looking out for these tasting events run by the national trust, the temple of the winds is an outstanding venue for excellent food and wine drinking, a superb night on the 18th augu. Temple of the winds mount stewart wedding photography. A proposal for a new house on a different site within the demesne was submitted by james wyatt in 1783, but this was not implemented. Hear the history of this special building and enjoy the stunning views over strangford lough. Discover the carpets of wildflowers in the woodlands and look out for the first returning spring migrants. Tour the huge mansion and eightsided temple, stroll through a mediterraneanstyle landscape and see art and relics of a bygone time. Alice and crew at the spiral staircase in the temple of the winds, at mount stewart. And even when the weather isnt on your side it still is the perfect place to celebrate your wedding day. A wedding ceremony at the temple of the winds at mount stewart well look after you. Mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds on.
Mount stewart temple of the winds the decorative arts. It is considered the worlds first meteorological station. Mount stewart tastings at the temple spring has sprung following on from the success of the last two years, tastings at the temple returns. Oil painting on canvas, view of the mountains of mourne from the temple of the winds at mount stewart by solomon delane c. Aug 25, 2019 join one of our guides for a tour of the temple of the winds. Brooke and james got married on the 14th of september at the temple of the winds at mount stewart, with their wedding reception being held at the crowne plaza in belfast. A late18c annexe of the aristocratic house mount stewart, the temple of the winds was part of a broader project that was never completed. The demesne perimeter is clearly defined by an enclosing wall, which marked the private realm of the owner.
National trust mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds ards, northern ireland the temple of the winds is a tranquil spot on this national trust property. Got any good photos of your visit to mount stewart. Following her death in 2009, her daughter, lady rose, and her husband, peter lauritzen, organised the estate so that further important contents passed to the trust through. The tower of the winds or the horologion of andronikos kyrrhestes is an octagonal pentelic marble clocktower in the roman agora in athens that functioned as a horologion or timepiece. Mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds in. Faced in local scrabo sandstone, it does not have a frieze running around the upper walls, and the side porticos are not pedimented but have balustrades or. All our houses, gardens, parks, toilets, cafes, shops and car parks are now closed to further restrict the spread of coronavirus. The temple of the winds is a tranquil spot on this national trust property. The staff were so accommodating, helpful and friendly and created a.
The mount stewart gardens are award winning and the property is often used for weddings especially the temple of the winds building with. In fact, it has influenced the design of the 18th century radcliffe observatory in oxford uk, the 15th century torre del marzocco in livorno italy, the temple of the winds in mount stewart in northern ireland and also a similar tower in. The wind beneath my wings architecture, round house. Gardens are among the finest in europe, with an unrivalled collection of plants, colourful parterres, and vistas. The architectural design of the tower of the winds has inspired many other structures in the world. Jan 12, 2020 mount stewart passed in 1949 to his daughter, lady mairi, who, in turn, gifted the temple of the winds to the trust in 1963 and the house with many of its contents in 1977. Mount stewart temple of winds institute of classical. Mount stewart temple of the winds the decorative arts trust. Mount stewart passed in 1949 to his daughter, lady mairi, who, in turn, gifted the temple of the winds to the trust in 1963 and the house with many of its contents in 1977.
Enjoy an evening of fabulous company and a decadent spring themed menu, all in the stunning surroundings of the temple of the winds. Mount stewart is an exceptional example of the irish demesne, intended to be both beautiful and productive, with woodland, orchards and farmland providing for the needs of the household. Mount stewart is an excellent property, stunning grounds. Temple of the winds at mount stewart wedding pure photo ni.
Visit mount stewart house and gardens in newtownards expedia. Newtownards temple of the winds the green guide michelin. National trust imagespeter aprahamian stay safe and healthy. Mount stewart is one of the most inspiring and unusual. View of the mountains of mourne from the temple of the winds. Mount stewart is a stunning venue in a beautiful spot with amazing views, and a microclimate of its own some say.
Mount stewart s temple of the winds owes much of its inspiration to the athens original but is not an exact copy see the gouache of that building made by stuart while still in greece. Mount stewart newtownards 2020 all you need to know. These include his garden pavilion the temple of the winds at mount stewart, northern ireland, based on the tower of the winds, and his designs for a candelabrum. The presentday estate of mount stewart extends to 950 acres 380 ha with a large lake and many monuments and farm buildings. Almost twenty years later stuart revisited the concept to create another temple of the winds, this time at mount stewart, county down for. Northern ireland mount stewart house and gardens temple of the winds the terrace at mount stewart, county down. Visiting mount stewart house and grounds in county down. Hire mount stewart in county down, northern ireland for your wedding. Jan 19, 2018 a guide to visiting mount stewart and grounds in county down, northern ireland, historic home and one of irelands most beautiful gardens, fully restored by the national trust. Temple of the winds, mount stewart hector mcdonnell, 2015 irish,b. Tracing stylistic imbrication in 18thcentury french ornament prints. Mount stewart is one of the most inspiring and unusual gardens in the national trusts ownership. Mount stewart, the irish family home of the marquesses of londonderry.
The temple of the winds, an exquisite building that is perched high on the hill on the edge of the estate, allows your guests breathtaking views across strangford lough. Mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds in ards. Frances bailey restitution, but he also arranged in 1815 for the prince regent to pay the cost of shipping them back to rome. Its only open to go inside on sundays but the view over. Provenance accepted by hm government in lieu of inheritance tax and allocated to the national trust for display at mount stewart, 2014. Mount stewart house and gardens newtownards attraction. Oct 15, 2019 brooke and james got married on the 14th of september at the temple of the winds at mount stewart, with their wedding reception being held at the crowne plaza in belfast. The mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds is a popular destination to relax in a natural setting. Mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds find nearby campsites. Fig 3 the temple of the winds at mount stewart, designed by james athenian stuart 1788 and built in c. The tower served as the inspiration for the 1785 temple of the winds, a jewellike banqueting house designed by stuart for mount stewart, the northern ireland estate of john stewart, future marquess of londonderry.
Enjoy a tour of the gardens with our gardening experts. Join one of our guides for a tour of the temple of the winds. Phone 02842788387 prices house and lakeside garden. National trust mount stewart house, garden and temple of.
Mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds, newtownards. Unofficially, the monument is also called aerides greek. The full name of the national trust property is mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds and the temple of the winds is found on a trail which starts next to the main road entrance at mount stewart. Bbc two the arts show, the arts show may edition the. The temple of the winds is an octagonal building inspired by the grand tour the 1st marquess of londonderry took in his youth. Temple of the winds wedding mount stewart steph and john september 14, 2016 originally from northern ireland, the first time steph brought john home they visited mount stewar t and quickly fell in love with the building and its surroundings. Mount stewart visitor facilities highly commended within the visitor attraction of the year category at the northern ireland tourism awards ceremony 2003.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds are about 26 kilometres east of belfast and can be easily reached by either car or. Mount stewart is an 18thcentury house and garden in county down, northern ireland, owned by the national trust. James when they booked us to photograph their wedding and got to know them both a bit better when. The structure features a combination of sundials, a water.
National trust mount stewart house, garden and temple of the. Mount stewart has been voted one of the worlds top ten gardens, and reflects the design and artistry of its creator, edith, lady londonderry. Fisher was a painter and engraver in ireland, working after the dutch and italian landscape painting tradition. The temple of the winds was built on a prominent site in 1782 to the design of james athenian stuart, closely based on his drawing in stuart and revetts antiquities of athens of 1758. He is best known by engravings after his designs, of which a large number were produced during his career. Mount stewart house, gardens and temple of the winds. We had a guided tour, followed by afternoon tea and even a surprise exclusive. The mount stewart gardens are award winning and the property is often used for weddings especially the temple of the winds building with its great views over the water. The perfect place to relax in nature, the mount stewart house, garden and temple of the winds offers plenty for lovers of art, history and the natural world. The gardens at mount stewart were recently described as one of the top ten gardens in the world and they come alive at this time of year. Mount stewart house, gardens, and temple of the winds portaferry.
Taking in the stunning vis from the temple of the winds, our trails will take you through magical woodland and farmland, set within an iconic rolling drumlin landscape beside strangford lough. Studying 18th and 19thcentury painting at the smithsonian. The gardens at mount stewart are amongst some of the. For a different view of mount stewart, stroll around miles of new walking trails and discover a landscape lost in time. May 24, 2017 the mount stewart gardens are award winning and the property is often used for weddings especially the temple of the winds building with its great views over the water. Mount stewart house and gardens tour northern ireland. Brooke and james got married on the 14th of september at the temple of the winds at mount stewart, with their wedding reception being held. There are lots of events happening throughout the year at mount stewart suitable for all ages. A guide to visiting mount stewart and grounds in county down, northern ireland, historic home and one of irelands most beautiful gardens, fully restored by the national trust.
Temple of the winds the arts show filming at the temple of the winds as alice performs her latest poem. Mount stewart house, gardens and temple of the winds for those looking for somewhere di. Take in the inlaid wooden flooring before visiting the. Temple of the winds, mount stewart, county down, northern ireland.
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