Sweet Chestnuts Collection

Street Scene in Lisbon: from a picture by the Viscount de Menezes...1876. Creator: Unknown
Street Scene in Lisbon: from a picture by the Viscount de Menezes in the Collection of King Ferdinand, at Lisbon, 1876. Engraving of...a picture by the Viscount de Menezes

Country lane lined with 200 year old sweet chestnut trees (Castanea sativa) covered in snow during snowfall in winter, Belgium, January

Young boy holding up Sweet Chestnuts in woodland autumn Norfolk

Purple Emperor (Apatura iris) adult, resting on Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) leaf, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy, July

Common Earthball (Scleroderma citrinum) fruiting body, growing amongst Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) leaf litter on woodland floor, Norfolk, England, September

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) close-up of nuts, France, October

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) open and closed fruits, amongst leaf litter on woodland floor, Norfolk, England, September

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) close-up of fruit, growing in woodland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, August

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) ancient tree, close-up of trunk with cavity, Inchmahome Priory, Inchmahome, Lake of Menteith, Stirling, Scotland, July

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) close-up of leaves, growing in woodland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, September

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) habit, growing in woodland habitat, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, England, september

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) coppiced woodland in mist, Ranscombe Farm Plantlife Reserve, Kent, England, november

Assorted nuts. These nuts are walnuts, almonds, hazelnut and pecan nuts. Nuts are a rich source of protein and unsaturated fat

Chestnuts. (Castanea sativa) These are a rich source of minerals, protein, fibre, vitamins and essential fats

Sweet chestnuts (Castanea sativa) in their shells. Sweet chestnuts are a good source of starch and minerals, however their high tannic acid means they should not be eaten raw

Sweet Chestnut - Some fine examples in Knole, National Trust, Sevenoaks, Kent, UK
DAD-1903 Sweet Chestnut - Some fine examples in Knole, National Trust, Sevenoaks, Kent, UK Castanea sativa This tree has a good show of fruits, and the trunk fissures are verticle

Sweet Chestnut - Trunk. A significant feature is the spiral or twisted bark fissures on mature trees
DAD-1901 Sweet Chestnut - Trunk. Knole (National Trust), Sevenoaks, Kent, UK. August. Castanea sativa A significant feature is the spiral or twisted bark fissures on mature trees

Sweet Chestnut Tree - remnants of ancient avenue. East Sussex, UK
SSG-7388 SWEET CHESTNUT TREES-AVENUE East Sussex, UK Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Autumn's Delight: Sweet Chestnuts and the Beauty of Nature" As you stroll down a picturesque country lane, lined with majestic 200-year-old sweet chestnut trees, you can't help but be captivated by their timeless charm. The towering giants stand tall, their branches adorned with leaves changing to vibrant autumn hues. Amidst this enchanting scene, a young boy holds up freshly harvested sweet chestnuts in the heart of a woodland in Norfolk. Their smooth brown shells glisten under the dappled sunlight, promising flavorsome delights that await. In another corner of nature's canvas, a Purple Emperor butterfly gracefully rests on a sweet chestnut leaf in Italy's Cannobina Valley. Its iridescent wings shimmer against the backdrop of these magnificent trees, showcasing the harmonious relationship between flora and fauna. Venturing deeper into the woods reveals an intriguing sight – Common Earthball mushrooms sprouting among fallen leaves and sweet chestnuts. These peculiar fungi add an element of mystery to this already magical setting. France beckons us closer with its close-up view of sweet chestnut nuts. Each nut is meticulously formed within its spiky green casing before ripening into delectable morsels that bring warmth to our hearts during chilly October days. Meanwhile, back in England's Norfolk woodlands lies a carpet of fallen leaves and open and closed fruits from sweet chestnut trees. This natural tapestry reminds us that life is cyclical; as one season ends, another begins anew. The beauty doesn't stop there – we find ourselves immersed in Suffolk's Vicarage Plantation where close-ups reveal intricate details of fruit growing amidst lush foliage, and is here that we witness nature at work – nurturing growth and providing sustenance for both wildlife and humans alike. Kent's coppice woodland showcases yet another facet of these remarkable trees as their leaves change color during autumn.