Arundells Journal
News from Arundells
Find out what’s going on in the house and garden. Read about Arundells history and discover interesting facts about our collection.
One of Many: Arundells’ Capitoline Wolf
According to Roman historian Livy, Romulus and Remus have been seen in bronze alongside their she-wolf saviour as long ago as 295 BC when a statue of the trio was erected at the foot of the Palatine Hill. This image of the infant founders of Rome has persisted for...
A Brief History on Bonsai
The Jade Bonsai trees also known as Portulacaria Afra or Crassula ovata are succulent plants that are popular in the art of bonsai. The tree that is in the house is a replica of one of these trees, being made from bronze and jade, unlike living bonsai, crystal bonsai...
Our speakers’ thoughts on this year’s lecture
.Our guest speakers offer their thoughts following their appearance on stage at this year's Sir Edward Heath Annual Lecture. Our thanks to John Rose for the photography and to Richard Marks for the video.
Annual Lecture 2024 Wrap Up
A huge thanks to all who attended this year's Sir Edward Heath Annual Lecture led by Gyles Brandreth and his esteemed panel. Some great questions from the audience provoked some equally interesting answers! Our thanks to John Rose for the pictures.
Ceilidh in the Garden 2024
Arundells' first Ceilidh in the Garden was a resounding success! The dance floor was packed from the very first set, with visitors of all ages and abilities enthusiastically joining in. Ceilidh Factor provided the perfect musical accompaniment, with a playful and...
House
The house was originally a medieval canonry, with the first recorded occupant being Henry of Blunston, Archdeacon of Dorset, who lived here from 1291 until his death in 1316.
garden
The peaceful garden extends to around two acres in total, with lawns, mature trees, shrubbery and borders and includes sculpture by G E Wade and the bow of Morning Cloud III.
collection
Arundells Collection includes works by well known artists, ceramics, gifts from world leaders, hand painted Chinese wallpaper and Morning Cloud scale model yachts.
EVENTS
Arundells events include talks, music concerts and recitals, seasonal outdoor theatre, children's events and Christmas events.
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