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The Root House (removed after Sybil's death) after installation of the seat

Root House before the seat was installed, this was to be Sybil's last major project.Its construction is described by Sybil's thatcher here.

Root House with person inside

Potting Shed with hanging tools, York Gate Garden

Potting Shed with view through round window, York Gate Garden

Fossilised tree roots, purchased by Robin at the Harrogate Flower Show, at the boundary between the Orchard and the Pinetum

Arbour with shrubs, York Gate Garden

Arbour with trees in background
The Arbour lies between the Old Orchard and Pinetum, and was constructed from 2 wooden roof trusses which Robin obtained from a fire-damaged chapel in Armley. A local joiner mounted them on 4 pillars

Arbour in Frost, York Gate Garden

Arbour in Snow. York Gate Garden