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Marianne North’s legacy, Hastings

Posted on January 12, 2014 by Anna

Marianne North used to live across the road a century and a half ago. She was a famous botanical painter who traveled with Charles Darwin across the globe collecting rare plants. She helped create Kew Gardens in London, where there … Continue reading →

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Marianne North; a Vision of Eden…

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Anna

This is an update on a blog I wrote in the spring, about the Head teacher of Hastings Sacred Heart Catholic School, Joseph Hellet, and how he destroyed parts of a conservation area without proper consultation.  http://wp.me/ppAc3-1sv The famous botanical … Continue reading →

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One hundred and fifty years in the life of a tree. Plus the last few hours.

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Anna

My last post showed the beautiful view from my studio and across the valley towards the sea. The Cherry Tree pictured was planted in a garden created by Marianne North, who also helped create Kew Gardens in London. The morning … Continue reading →

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