A very foggy Sunday at the beautiful Calke Abbey in Derbyshire. It’s a National Trust property often described as “the un-stately home.” Once a grand Baroque mansion, it was left in a state of decline for much of the 20th century, preserving a poignant snapshot of faded grandeur and time’s passage. The house remains largely unrestored, filled with curiosities, taxidermy, and peeling paint that tell the story of the reclusive Harpur-Crewe family. Surrounded by ancient parkland and walled gardens. A hauntingly beautiful glimpse into the quiet decay of English country life.
