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Nicholas Verney appears in CLA video

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Rural businesses can be a powerhouse for the UK economy, if they are given the political support they need to diversify.That’s the message from Nicholas Verney of the Claydon Estate, and Chair of the Environment Committee of the Country Land and Business Association (CLA).Nicholas says rural businesses and Estates are uniquely placed to help with almost every challenge facing the nation, including growing food, setting aside land for homes and energy generation, providing public access to green space and offering places for nature to thrive.But he warns without robust political leadership...

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Discover Signature Flowers at Claydon Courtyard

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A spotlight on our courtyard business – Signature FlowersSignature Flowers moved to Claydon Courtyard earlier this year. I caught up with business owner and creative director, Emma Clarke, to learn more about Signature Flowers.TELL ME ABOUT SIGNATURE FLOWERS AND HOW IT STARTED?I grew up surrounded by plants on my parent’s horticultural nursery so developed a love of flowers from a young age.Having finished agricultural college, I worked on my parent’s nursery whilst also doing some freelance work. It didn’t take long before I decided to start my own florist business and Signature...

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Florence Nightingale’s Crimean Carriage

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Uncovering the history of “Florrie’s Lorry”Did you know that you can view the carriage which Florence Nightingale used during the Crimean War right here in Claydon Courtyard?We take a look at Florence’s connection with Claydon Estate and delve into the story of Florence’s Crimean Carriage…Florence Nightingale made significant contributions to healthcare and revolutionised nursing during the 19th Century. Her impact on society is still very much remembered and celebrated. Florence Nightingale had a strong connection with Claydon Estate as her...

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Bernwood Jubilee Way Walk

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A Walk through History, Nature and Claydon Estate.The 21st of March is international day of forests, a day which celebrates our forests, and the perfect time to delve into the history of the Bernwood Jubilee Way Walk.The Bernwood Jubilee Way Walk winds its way through the Buckinghamshire countryside including Claydon Estate.   This route consists of 61 miles of walking and cycling pathways which traces the boundaries of the ancient Bernwood Forest, once a Royal Hunting Forest.Evidence suggests Bernwood existed as a hunting ground as early as the 10th century for Anglo-Saxon...

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