A captivating portrait of the greatest British gardens & the lords ladies & gardeners who own & manage them Focusing on the counties of Gloucestershire & Oxfordshire this stunning book features 20 gardens designed by some of the leading contemporary garden designers from across the world This beautiful corner of England has a rich tradition of garden making which is explored in this very personal view by photographer Hugo Rittson-Thomas & journalist Victoria Summerley both residents of this green pocket with more than its fair share of beautiful & interesting gardens Some of the gardens are strictly private while others are regularly open to visitors but all can now be savoured & enjoyed along with those who know them best