The prospect Tower at Belmont Gardens
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The prospect Tower at Belmont Gardens
Image: © Marathon Taken: 13 May 2019
General George Harris settled at Belmont in 1787 and his house bears the date 1792. It was built with prize money from his military career in India. In 1815 he was created Lord Harris. The house can be seen in the distance. The gardens surrounding the house are a mix of formal and informal planting, herbaceous, woodland, fruit and vegetables which have evolved since they were first laid out in the late 18th century. The Prospect Tower is at the end of the Long Walk, near the Pets' Cemetery, but cannot be accessed from the grounds and is actually on the golf course next door. The Prospect Tower has views to the Thames Estuary and the Isle of Sheppey. The gardens are open all year round. For more information see https://belmont-house.org/
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Image Location
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51.275356
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0.842659