Lyme Hall Interiors
In spring last year, the National Trust gave me the opportunity to photograph the stunning interiors of Lyme Hall in Cheshire. I’m lucky to have this amazing stately home right on my doorstep in Disley, on the edge of the Peak District.
Lyme is such an atmospheric place especially with its location high up above the Cheshire plain, the house is surrounded by acres of parkland with its own herd of red deer and a backdrop of wild moorland.
After visiting the house many times in the past, it was fantastic to finally have the chance to photograph its beautiful state rooms. The long gallery and drawing room are particular favourites with their dark wood panelling and plasterwork ceilings and the dining room is equally impressive with its large windows overlooking the formal gardens.
The shoot took place in early March just before we knew there was going to be a first UK lockdown and the Trust was still busy preparing the house for its opening to the public. I’m so glad I got the chance to capture these images as a week later the whole place had to close to the public.
