As an appreciative visitor to the Hadspen gardened by the Popes I have been
following its new fortune with some sadness, awe and curiosity.

The Hadspen Parabola was glorious. A heritage of a garden which could have
lived on forever. Whilst applauding change, would it not have been possible to build thenew and visionary garden elsewhere on the estate, thus retaining the beauty of the Parabola garden for appreciation by future generations?

I was pleased to see Sandra and Nori Pope’s contribution to the Hadspen Correspondence but disappointed at the ensuing lengthy silence until Anonymous Competitor bravely dipped a toe into the water on 19 July to respond. He, or she,raises questions which I longed to ask but felt ill-equipped to raise as a member of the general public. The Open Day visitors have clearly given the previous garden much thought and hopefully the Popes will respond in due course to their message.

I wish you every success in your new project but not without lamenting the passing of one of the most beautiful gardens in the country.

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