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Filled with colourful birds, the Aviary was a ‘must-see’ for Baron Ferdinand’s guests when doing a tour of the garden in the 1890s.
Beautifully restored, it now takes part in important conservation breeding projects of endangered species.
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Bringing you a touch of the fairytale this Saturday morning 🏰 183 Likes

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For all the baking enthusiasts out there (beginner or advanced), we've set a fun Friday challenge... why not try making your very own Five Arrows chocolate fondant - the perfect weekend treat!
Don't forget to share your bakes with us!
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For all the baking enthusiasts out there (beginner or advanced), we've set a fun Friday challenge... why not try making your very own Five Arrows chocolate fondant - the perfect weekend treat!
Don't forget to share your bakes with us! 3 Comments

Far too fattening.What’s with the eggs. Never seen it put like thatJo here you go...in the absence of visiting!

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Nominations are open for @littleanklebite awards, which recognise the best local businesses for families.
Vote now to show your support for your favourite Buckinghamshire businesses: https://t.co/F5Q60Rn8JQ https://t.co/oZCkx9rlaY

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The hedge of roses and carnations on the dining table was to encourage conversation with people on either side of you rather than across the table – polite behaviour in the late 19th century.⁠
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Sometimes more is more...⁠
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Presenting arguably the most opulent room in the Manor, the Dining Room.⁠
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The mirrors and marble evoke a mini Versailles. The richly decorated table is set for a party of 24, just as it...

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Photos from Waddesdon Manor's post Attention teachers!
We're excited to announce a brand new, completely virtual schools session, 'Birds of a Feather'!
With a focus on conservation and endangered species, this session looks at the songbirds in our Aviary and the Elephant Family sculptures, our ... 57 Comments

What age group are you targeting please?Vicki Burkitt this looks really good not sure on age but worth a look xHannah Dipple Claire Kersey not sure what age this is for but might be worth a look?

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@FitzMuseum_UK @AshmoleanMuseum @TheMERL We see your wonderfully round/ rectangular/ snouty pigs, and raise you one pig that is thought to be a representation of Marie-Antoinette... https://t.co/PhPw2ucIcJ https://t.co/HLn81p5KzE

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Have you had a go at our family Myths and Legends Trail yet?
Help Hercules get to Mount Olympus by answering 12 quiz questions, he’s depending on you!
https://t.co/6YvAukU9xX #homeschooling #waddesdononline https://t.co/XK9ahY35PO

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All of the Galleries in @britishmuseum may be shut at the moment but there is no reason why you shouldn't get to enjoy some of their treats - todays snapshot comes from Room 2a - The Waddesdon Gallery @WMCurators https://t.co/IYeQwosnbt Waddesdon Retweeted

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Snowdrops are a welcome hint that spring is round the corner. A symbol of hope in British folklore, swathes of these delicate white jewels are beginning to light up the countryside.
Gardens Manager Mike Buffin reveals 10 fun facts about...

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Snowdrops are a welcome hint that spring is round the corner.
A symbol of hope in British folklore, swathes of these delicate white jewels are beginning to light up the countryside. Translating as ‘milk flower’, these little flowers start to ... 295 Likes

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The team are renovating the area called Box View @WaddesdonManor planted with Buxus Sempervirens (who’d have thought it..) and in the process have revealed the 19C brick edgings of the terrace which are usually invisible @WMGardeners https://t.co/uNqVgyCkF4 Waddesdon Retweeted

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Explore Waddesdon from wherever you are with our 360 degree #virtualtours and experience rooms in greater detail.
Zoom in on beautiful artworks, intricate furniture and paintings: https://t.co/YeGTjPqS4m #MuseumfromHome #WaddesdonOnline https://t.co/6bGUzsGeOg

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Calling all teachers and parents! With lessons once again taking place online, we've got a fun set of free resources developed by our learning team for you to use at home.
Find them here: https://t.co/jxgXpgHerq
#homeschooling https://t.co/FidVn2a5n3

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Calling all teachers and parents! With lessons once again taking place online, we've got a fun set of free resources developed by our learning team for you to use at home.
Find them here: https://waddesdon.org.uk/explore-waddesdon-online/fun-for-families-online/ 21 Comments

Just in case you haven't already seen this Jessica UnderwoodCherry Wells these look goodDouglas Green

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The richly decorated Smoking Room was where house party guests could smoke after dinner – and perhaps have a game of billiards next door. ⁠
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Baron Ferdinand also designed this room to display his “Renaissance Museum”, an exceptional collection ... 5 Comments

I love this room, with the padded seated alcove behind the camera. It’s a real snug!We love this part of the houseMy favourite room in the House!

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The Smoking Room now contains objects collected by other members of the family. Ferdinand’s collection was bequeathed to @britishmuseum on his death, where it can still be seen.⁠
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Take a virtual tour of the Bachelor's Wing including the Smoking...

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In the Smoking Room house party guests could smoke after dinner and perhaps have a game of billiards next door. ⁠
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Baron Ferdinand also designed this room to display his “Renaissance Museum”, an exceptional collection of medieval and Renaissance...

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While we're all stuck at home we thought we'd share this wintery picture of Waddesdon to help us look ahead to the time when crisp, winter walks can be enjoyed with friends and family once again ❄ 3 Comments

Very crisp indeed!Count us in!Pat Fisher ❤️

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While we're all stuck at home we thought we'd share this wintery picture of Waddesdon to help us look ahead to the time when crisp, winter walks can be enjoyed with friends and family once again ❄ https://t.co/GK10RGDKvR

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@domainechambord @GRALWrites Snap! 😍

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@GRALWrites It’s pretty special, isn’t it?! This design in particular was inspired by @domainechambord and there is in fact a staircase inside. This is what the stairs within that tower look like from the James and Dorothy de Rothschild Room...

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Just when you think it couldn't get any more magical, the House is dusted with a sprinkling of snow ❄ https://t.co/CypZ7Rckrh

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Just when you think it couldn't get any more magical, the House is dusted with a sprinkling of snow ❄ 31 Comments

A snowy morning at Waddesdon when I was working there two years ago! It looked so beautiful 🥰It was snowy for us three Christmases ago when we visited. Magical. We’ve been since of course but the snow ...been there once in the summer, the rose garden was so beautiful, never got to go in house, would love ...

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Photos from Waddesdon Manor's post A sign that good things are coming - our garden's manager spotted these primroses and Cyclamen coum by the House today, proof that spring is just around the corner! #firstsignsofspring 7 Comments

It’s been so mild that my strawberries have been flowering and rhubarb is sprouting already.Love the way nature keeps going , spring soon my favourite season xI saw these being planted last year, they will make a wonderful winter display in years to come 😍

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The days are getting longer and the sunsets seem to be getting prettier ✨ 8 Comments

I saw 6 deer on the parterre last night leaving work it was such a beautiful sight! ❤️There yesterday & loved the wishing stars tinkling in the tree - some make you want to cry, some warm ...Enjoyed a wonderful walk at Waddesdon this morning. Spotting early signs of snowdrops & daffs. Good for the soul

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