Victoria Summerley is an award-winning garden journalist and ex-editor of the Independent newspaper in the UK. She lives in Bibury, Gloucestershire, the village once described by William Morris as 'the most beautiful village in the Cotswolds'.

'A beautifully illustrated book that offers an insider's view of some of the Cotswolds' most beautiful private gardens...This is not just another picture book, but a useful guide and aide-mémoire for the seasoned garden visitor'

'Victoria and Hugo use their local knowledge and passion to spectacular effect, getting right under the skin of each garden and family who owns it...this enchanting book depicts paradise found'

'an alluring reminder of some of the country's most charming gardens with a helpful gazeteer listing those open to the public'

'This delightful combination of informative text with beautiful images which conjure up each garden to perfection, is the ideal companion for a chilly February afternoon, or indeed a lazy summer afternoon spent planning the next inspiring garden visit.'

'This is a great coffee table book that you can dip into to get some inspiration for your own garden.'

'Victoria and Hugo use their local knowledge and passion to spectacular effect, getting right under the skin of each garden and family who owns it...this enchanting book depicts paradise found'

'an alluring reminder of some of the country's most charming gardens with a helpful gazeteer listing those open to the public'

'This is a great coffee table book that you can dip into to get some inspiration for your own garden.'