A PIECE of bronze artwork that has been inspired by the the garden's Arts and Crafts roots is being unveiled at Hidcote Manor on May 28.

The Hidcote Bower measures 1.8 metres high, 1.4 metres wide and 1.1 metres deep and has been created by artist in residence Ali Grant, a Royal College of Art MA graduate.

Ali Grant studied the garden and the work the National Trust carries out to maintain it to inspire her creation.

The challenge for Grant was to make a piece of work that truly represents the spirit of Hidcote. She began by walking the gardens and looking.

She explained: “There is a playful nature to Hidcote as the formality is transformed, creating a magical place. The bower is a symbol for fertility and growth, which is itself a kind of transformation and used by writers and artists alike.”

She was inspired by William Morris wallpaper patterns and in particular "Trellis", drawn in 1862.

The manipulation of pattern in the sculpture helps create a space that is enclosed but seen through. There are also echoes of Arabic screens and patterns.

Chris Charman, general manager for Hidcote Manor welcomes the sculpture:

“Ali Grant has captured the true essence of Hidcote with The Hidcote Bower. I know our visitors, new and old, will be inspired by her interpretation, which is both engaging and welcoming. Couples getting married at Hidcote this year are already planning to be photographed within its leaves.”

The sculpture will be installed at Hidcote until September 31 with limited edition maquettes available to buy.