THE International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) exhibition is now on display at Barrington Court.

The exhibition opened on Saturday, September 3 and will be available to visitors until October 17.

This year’s exhibition includes categories such as Abstract Views, Breathing Spaces, Plants & Planet, Beautiful Gardens, Trees, Woods & Forests, Wildlife in the Garden and the World of Fungi.

For the first time, visitors will be able to see winning entries for the ‘Beauty of Barrington Court’ special award.

At the opening, certificates will be also presented to the winners of this year’s special award ‘The Beauty of Barrington Court’.

The National Trust’s Head Gardener at Barrington Court, Christine Brain said: “We are excited to welcome the IGPOTY exhibition to Barrington this year.

“Visitors will be able to see a wide range of winning photographs from the international competition alongside a selection of the higher placed entries from the ‘Beauty of Barrington’ special award.

“Col Lyle restored Barrington Court in the early 20th century and the judges were looking for photographs which encapsulated Lyle’s passion for exemplary craftsmanship and details of design, whether in the garden, the architecture of the buildings or the wider landscape.

“There were over 300 images submitted many of which truly captured the spirit and beauty of Barrington Court.”

The photographic exhibition will be spread across 14 double-sided panels and housed in the old cow shed.

The old cow shed was a key building in Lyle’s vision for a model estate created to provide order, calm and space.

Christine also said: “It is also a great time to visit the garden and enjoy the late summer/early autumnal beauty of this special place.

“The autumn borders are starting to perform with the rich purples and pinks of the Michaelmas daisies contrasting with the strong golds and oranges of the heleniums.

“The apple orchards are coming to fruition and the wildlife is benefitting as well as visitors.”

Barrington Court garden, parkland, and shop are open daily from 10am to 5pm.
In addition, visitors can also browse artisan workshops and the book barn, and take refreshments at the café.

For more information check the website for opening times and other details.