National Trust Christmas

Christmas.

I was tasked by the National trust to photograph  six Christmas dishes from the past in one of their properties.

The recipes had been made by a expert in food history, who travels the world discussing the social history of our food through out the ages. We decided to use Townend up in Troutbeck, the Lakes. They had a recipe book written by the owner of the house many years ago and we included one of the recipes in the says photography.

Of course it was the second hottest day since 1976 and we were in a very dark kitchen with a roaring fire. I was using tungsten lights so that just added to the heat. Having said that it was a great day and the results were loved by every one.

I have always had a strong connection to the Lakes and it was lovely to be back, even in the unfamiliar weather conditions. I had never been to Townend and thanks to the chilled Curator it made for a fabulous location.

It was just a shame that it was such a flying visit.

Here is the link to the property.https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/townend