An Eye FOR DETAIL

GIVEN THAT IT DATES BACK TO THE 17th century, you might expect this Cheshire residence to be festooned with old roses. Formal elements such as the Long Border, pleached lime screens and yew and boxwood topiary certainly borrow from the past, but the crisp contemporary design, naturalistic planting style and restricted palette creates a restful ambience.

Owners Ken Roscoe and partner David Bradley have worked in design and architecture for over 30 years and travel extensively, gathering inspiration from around the world. The garden is an expression of their personalities, artfully constructed with attention given to the fine details. There are theatrical set pieces such as the formal Top Terrace, with its larger-than-life potted olive trees; the Rill Garden, whose impeccable