A dozen gardeners are close to completing one of the biggest jobs in horticulture.
The team is trimming the giant hedge maze at Longleat, a task which takes almost 500 hours over a week.
The maze, which was originally planted in 1978, is made up of more than 16,000 English yew trees, with 2.8km of pathways covering an area of 1.5 acres.
It is one of the largest in the world.
The hedges are trimmed to 6ft 5in, with work beginning at 6am over five days to minimise disturbance to visitors.
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James Dare, head of facilities at Longleat, explained the intricacies of the job.
He said: “We can only trim the maze at certain times of year in order to make sure the hedges are presented at their very best for the summer and also to ensure future growth.”
Located in the heart of Wiltshire, Longleat is not just famed for its hedge maze.
The estate also boasts a safari park and a stately home, attracting thousands of visitors every year.
With the maze set to be in top shape, Longleat is gearing up for a busy summer season, promising a unique experience for its guests.