From Abstract to Pastoral...

After a great reaction to our Abstracts Made Real exhibition through April, Hatfield Hines has decided to calm the pace down with a serene exhibition of Fields and Farms for May.

The front gallery showcases some wonderful rural views by a variety of artists from Norfolk and beyond, including Sir Daniel Lascelles, Philippa Bewley-Pope and Peter Jamieson.

The diversity of style and content illustrates that some of the best subjects for art are just outside the window. The more contemporary scenes also reaffirm that - luckily - so much of the British landscape still remains unspoilt, and is out there waiting to be rediscovered...

Get Romantic in the Local Landscape...

Garden lovers can enjoy a private view al-fresco today at The Romatic Garden Nursery in Swannington...

Local leadwork artist Brian Turner is hosting a special preview of his newest designs.

Artisan-of-choice to a coveted roster of celebrated garden designers including George Carter (one of the Times' Top Ten horticultural designers) and Bunny Guinness, Turner has already brought home five Cheslea Gold Medals for his creative installations, in collaboration with the Romantic Garden Nursery's topiary and planting.

As well as an amazing display of plants, on show today will be a selection of water features, fountains, plaques, cisterns and urns, together with a display of 'the tools of the trade' showing the complex process of creating art in lead.

There will also be exclusive access to Swannington Manor Gardens, as well as the chance to meet George Carter, who will have a selection of his books on sale.

The event will be open 10-5pm today, with a drinks reception at lunchtime at:

The Romantic Garden Nursery
The Street, Swannington
Norfolk NR9 5NW