Battling Against The STORM: Working To Finished The Chateau Walled GARDEN.

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The family continues in the walled garden with the pathways but try to reach the halfway mark before the storm hits.
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[@davidolien2828]

Ash does a wonderful job as commentator. He’s a natural. The garden will be spectacular.

[@terri-annemcsweeney3451]

I love it when Ash speaks to the camera. He is so natural and expressive with his face and the joy in his voice. I feel the joy all the way in Australia. Keep up the wonderful job you are all doing, it’s inspirational and I wish I could come over and help out🇦🇺❤️👍🏻

[@kjb9911]

Ash you are so comfortable in front of the camera. Such such a difference since the first videos I love watching the videos and seeing the progress that you all are making you’re doing such an awesome job. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@nancysimpson9045]

I bet you any money this is exactly how the Lady of the chateau dreamt of having the walled garden 200 years ago AWSOME WORK 💕🇦🇺💕

[@sharonwolfe4230]

A tribute to Tracey would be a lovely idea. She's the hardest working woman on you tube and always seems so.pleasant. I wish i.had her strength and energy.

[@tonivalenzuela8274]

It is amazing amount of work you have done with a Senior workforce. When the crew go home do you have some younger friends you could invite, they would have a lot to live up to. The crew you have now have worked so hard and accomplished so much, their work ethics are incredible. Applause, applause, applause.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks so much! They’re all Young at heart! 🥰🥰🥰

[@clairewright8153]

And 10 to 15 ton of gravel is a huge amount. I’m in total awe of all the hard work.

[@patriciathompson350]

Terry and Ash's family might not be 20/ 30 year olds but they have strength, and are not afraid of hard work, as well as having a great work ethic too. Well done family the paths are looking great. UTB ❤ 👍

[@gloriasmestad3803]

I do think reinstating the original sun dial is a great idea. One concern I have is that you are creating a beautiful vista which extends down to the various terraced levels. I would be cautious about having anything that will grow to a great height in the middle because you could lose the grand view that you have now been opening up. Yew trees in the middle in the formal garden that grow unchecked might be too much. But of course they can be pruned and shaped. At any rate, I do love seeing the collective enthusiasm and effort set forth, and think your progress is remarkable! Kudos!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Gloria 🥰

[@lindabaker2905]

😊what wonderful memories you are all creating together to be shared with one another into the future! So very,very well done!

[@justinanovak8040]

Fortunately yews grow super slow.

[@gloriasmestad3803]

@@justinanovak8040 Right, but they have a very long lifespan. Which means it might be a problem far down the road, but it’s better to confront theoretical problems than live, looming ones.

[@lornasimmons5499]

Definitely think the original sundial needs to go in the centre of the garden it deserves its special place x

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@meridiefricker4156]

And the tall yew trees (as punctuation points) on outer corners of the central area so as not to cast shadows the sundial

[@gaelenecole4053]

Yep 👍 totally agree ❤❤

[@MarleneHouser]

Sasha and Patrick are totally engaged in what's going on! They observe, investigate and follow the action. What a great life for them!

[@donnamcnichol7433]

How many miles do they walk in a day, I wonder. Bet they sleep good

[@paulinebailey5433]

Ash, love the t-shirt (Keep calm and crack on)! The garden is looking fantastic, you have all worked sooooooo hard. It is all beautiful and you can see life being given back to the chateaux and grounds. It was just meant to be that you all become the owners now. Love to you all xxxxx

[@kathrynriggs2489]

Omg, you keep saying you're only almost half done- I was like "nah, it's got to be almost done now!" Then I saw the dorne shot. Oh goodness, the walled garden is certainly bigger then it presents on camera! The family might have to extend their stay, lol

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Haha. Yeah it’s huuuuggggeee! 🥰🥰

[@pamelahaskell809]

The fluidity of each person wheeling the stone to the areas is so beautiful to watch. Organization is always the plan and that's likely why it is going so well and will be finished on time. Blessing all those who are helping out.

[@margielynch7196]

Love the wheelbarrow brigade ❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Me too! 🥰

[@hemlock4519]

Nice job making the video. The editing was beautiful and fun. Camera angles amazing!!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰

[@colleenframarin655]

Everyone is doing such a wonderful job! its looking terrific !

[@susanharris8406]

Love the tee shirt.😊

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Susan 🥰

[@cherylmcnair5594]

I like the way Patrick agrees with you Ash when you’re explaining about the dividing stone to the walled garden he’s a cheeky little chappie, great work guys 😊

[@TowlerAdventures]

I’m loved the wheelbarrow ride!!!!! 😍 so good 😂 again please

[@suechapman8580]

So impressed with how much and how quickly you are achieving your vision. What a team. X❤😊

[@Al-cd2bk]

Great achievement from all of you

[@edwardulrich1515]

If you decide on a statue, may I suggest the patroness of France, Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc). She epitomizes Tracy's perseverance and persistence. Also, Jeanne would better suit a French château than the Roman Diana. Alternatively, an obelisk or a piece of topiary. The functional sundial idea may not be practical in the shade of the planned trees. You all are getting a workout from moving that ton of gravel. It's time for a Gin & Tonic or a cold brew (for Ashley). 🍻

[@faithvansanden82]

Well done on the ground work, it's all coming together x

[@user-gu1we8jz4y]

❤ it looks amazing

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@user-fc2hb3de2w]

I wasn't aware that was a sundial. I thought perhaps it was a statue base or bird bath base. You'll have to put it in a spot with full sun for it to work, I guess. I am intrigued.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️ yes it was an original feature in the garden 🥰

[@dorothy2770]

Would be great to be able to sit in the centre circle and take in the garden from that perspective!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Dorothy 🥰

[@eileenmorison4744]

It's looking amazing! For the center feature, maybe a metal obelisk like structure that could have something fragrant climbing on it? Clematis maybe? Or something to represent your favorite football club in England? Or a statue of Patrick? For as much as we honor the history of the chateau, don't forget you are also part of the history of the chateau! Use that space to honor your contributions, your passions, your family, your mark on the chateau. Hope this helps! Whatever you decide will be terrific!

[@AlfgardVicAenorDuFay]

Monday, returning from Sully sur Loire, I passed by your castle. And I made a little video. It was impressive to see Lalacelle in real life!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️ you should have called and said hello 🥰

[@AlfgardVicAenorDuFay]

@@chateaudelalacelle The next time ! Thanks !

[@T-RexRita]

I still think a iron work Gazebo with curved stone benches would look fantastic, with perhaps climbing roses 🌹 as a center piece for the garden 😊

[@lillianletters6071]

While we thoroughly enjoy watching the chateau shine again, I must admit we usually have to mute the music. The gardens are going to be as amazing as the building itself. Great job to all of you! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@onamissionize]

The dogs are always a big help. You did a wonderful job and your help is amazing!

[@barbarawagner1388]

Lol. The dogs must be so confused wth you guys making hundreds of trips to and from the front to the back. But it's so impressive to see such beauty evolving from the wilderness that was there, such a short time ago. My back only lasts an hour or so these days, so hats off to the entire crew for slugging gravel for days.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Haha. They find it fun 😂

[@marciadynes7628]

Great progress back breaking work instant gratification doing this type of work you must so proud of seeing your plan come together well done Team !

[@CarolMartin-xm1ri]

I think you need to turn the barn into a senior's retirement home - how can you part with your aunts and uncles - would be nice to have them with you always. what about circular seating bench - anything high might impede your view.

[@EthanLomas]

Yes, after all the work they have done, they deserve a nice retirement home xx

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Keep watching as we have a project next year that isn’t a retirement home, but it will be a home for some of our families 🥰🥰

[@galvaceci6498]

Love your thoughtfulness to your beautiful families!!!!

[@catheryncole6292]

Hmm, maybe the abandoned village they bought? Episode 71 Excitement

[@CarolMartin-xm1ri]

@@catheryncole6292 I don't think they did - spotlight for friends who might have been interested.

[@sherrylelee8274]

What a EPIC ‘just job’ you are all achieving! Unbelievable transformation taking place and so much hard work. What a joy it is to watch this ❤ Well done team ! New Zealand 🇳🇿 👏🏻👍🏻

[@Sanford63]

The threshold block laid in place looks perfect. Now my favorite corner looks even better!

[@robbiemoriarty7499]

This is so exciting! These gardens are going to be spectacular!

[@autodidactin]

So exciting to see the paths taking shape. Amazing how much you’ve gotten done already.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@teepeeX]

Incredible amount of work, especially as only 2 of you are a bit younger. Go the generation that knows how to work hard, great job .. I've always said a simple sun dial as the garden will be the overall picture 😊

[@pamelajmorrisoncain3704]

Looking really good ya'll but Mom should be operating the back hole, please take care of her she is such a an amazing Mom and works so hard. I'm 68 and I worked like her till I had a heart attack at 48. ❤😊

[@suzannepolder3929]

I hope the family can stay long enough to finish most of the gravel.

[@vickiharley6938]

I cannot believe some of these comments! They are doing this MAMMOTH job and folk are wittering away about a small unpainted window at the top of the chateau!!!! If it affects their ocd from thousands of miles away, be brave and don't look. They are doing a fantastic job and do not need these sort of remarks. Well done all of you, it's going to be fantastic😊

[@Tracyhort522]

❤❤❤

[@goldenineke]

It breaks my heart to see all those beautiful rocks being buried. I know, I know but it’s sad, especially as the new wall still needs recladding.

[@brettkruempel244]

A Herculean effort to do so much by hand little by little. Congratulations to you all.

[@lindagage7315]

Looking great!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Linda 🥰

[@dalesmithson5454]

(2/2)😊 Beautiful drone photos of the gray skies!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Dale 🥰

[@paperchaser9565]

I’m so impressed with all you folks on what have accomplished and achieved! ❤❤❤❤❤ stay strong and carry 😊❤

[@si_vis_amari_ama]

A single statue in the centre would look a bit lost. Better to have an understated, traditional sundial. This also represents and acknowledges sunlight, key to all gardens.

[@johannswanepoel8918]

0:00your work is astonishing what a great team you got welldone Totally in love with the garden can't wait for the end results Take care and be kind Johann South Africa ❤❤❤😊😊❤❤❤

[@jolenetunison5660]

Silmply beautiful. 🤩

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you! 😊

[@siameseire]

The dauntless team is at it again. 😊

[@chateaudelalacelle]

As always 🥰

[@pilarroblesbadet7500]

In the middle a wonderful and antique french fountain would be great👍

[@meridiefricker4156]

Another fountain (in the centre) would be “gilding the Lily” as a pair of fountains are planned for the centres of the outer shapes

[@siameseire]

Hopefully there were lovely cooling breezes to reward you phenomenal workers.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@bevmc5061]

The Garden Project is my absolute favourite, to see rebirth is wonderful. Glad you have your horticulture experts to get the plant selection correct. The design is beautiful. It will be magnificent.😊

[@thewilliamseswonderfulworld]

It’s coming along! ❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Dodi 🥰🥰

[@brittawrolson5936]

Lovely little Sasha loves following her mama around🥰. Fantastic work with the stone fill! Tedious 🥵 but slow and steady wins the race👍🏻

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks so much 😊

[@user-ji8cq2rj3v]

Luv your work in the garden.. it looks fantastic. What a lot of work you all have put in. Stay encouraged it’s going to be fabulous. Praying for your strength!!!!!!!! 👍

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@bryanross530]

Absolutely changing the landscape. Wow!!

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Great job everyone 😍😘

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@susanault6809]

You need one of those bobcat tippers on caterpillar tracks

[@beckytalhelm6415]

The overhead drone shots show just how IMPRESSIVE your work has been! Well done to all and just think of when you will have the chance to sit and reflect in this glorious space in the near future!! 🌳🌷🌺🌲🌻🌸🌼🌞

[@PennyKiel-ky4yb]

You might want to consult with a professional and experienced wedding planner before deciding on the use and design of the center. I think future brides (and their mothers) would fight to book a wedding ceremony there. And, oh!…the photos that might be taken!!!

[@chellerowe9390]

Just amazing the effort. You will all be needing a week at the spa.❤

[@user-uy4oq7gq9s]

I like the old sundial because it leans into the idea of combining the old with the new.

[@natasha1369]

How about shirts that say, "keep calm & carry on" or how about, "and you thought renovating was hard, try doing a chateau!". And put a pic of your chateau.😊

[@robynoutram1698]

An amount job you are all doing and looking amazing 👏

[@MarkADavisAZ]

Garden is looking so good, the vision is very clear.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Mark 🥰

[@stephaniedavis6531]

Boy, you can tell how big this "gravel operation" is with BOTH Sir Patrick AND Sasha as foreman and inspector!!!😅

[@lisaguthridge4640]

Kudos to Ash or Terry or whoever is doing all that editing. I very much enjoyed watching the endless parade of wheelbarrow pushers coming into the yard. ❤ Look what crackin on can do!!! So much fun.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Tez does an amazing job with the videos! 🥰

[@lisagauden22]

Omg some back breaking work you guys are putting in 😱😱 I love the t shirt Ash and I love how Patrick always gets in on the action 🤣🤣😍 keep it up guys, you will be done in no time 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻♥️

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks so much Lisa 🥰🥰🥰

[@lisagauden22]

@@chateaudelalacelle ♥️

[@beaniecat1980]

You guys are amazing! I think the area in the corner and by the threshold you put in is going to be cute. I could really see in the video today how that digger is a bumpy ride.

[@user-or3mm4it2o]

Hi to all the family. Ash, you said that you were looking to put bark chippings in the beds, would you consider putting them down before you start planting, that way you could get rid of all the tyres/plastic and then get a rough idea of what it would look like. All you would have to do then is shove the bark to one side as you are planting and put the bark back around the plants. Sue Laban

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Sue. We need the matting. For the foreseeable future. The plastic sheeting you see won’t be staying. Only weed matting 🥰🥰

[@susanoswald325]

Great tip.

[@meridiefricker4156]

Soil/compost UNDER mulch - finish with bark mulch ON TOP to suppress weeds. The bark will break down to enrich the soil beneath it. If it is UNDER the soil/compost, it will rob Nitrogen as it breaks down. Never dig mulch layer into the soil layer beneath.

[@avivat3010]

Wonderful progress all! Your team is better than an earth mover! The dogs are supervising so well. Very particular. I hope the rain stays away now. looking forward to seeing the future progress.

[@johnwollschlager9827]

The view is so attractive you may want keep that accessible by using low garden ornaments in the circles, e.g., one fountain and two obelisks or three low urns or a combination of sundials and armillary spheres. Keeping it simple has much to recommend it. Congratulations.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks John 🥰

[@kennstransky]

Well that was far more calm than I thought it would be. Where is the storm/tornado footage? Up over the rainbow? See you all Friday!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

It was in the distance closing in on us 🥰🥰

[@_Tiamat_.]

💜💙💚 Wonderful to see everyone.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Tia 🥰🥰

[@JetteBell-cs6nb]

Just wonderful❤️

[@morninstar1498]

Wow, that's amazing. It makes my (largish) gardens look reasonable by comparison. I like the idea of a sculpture, sun dial, benches, a fountain, or something without leaves (that need to be cleaned up) on your gravel pathways. They should be the lovely feature that they are.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@pennystevens7012]

Wow looking so amazing , and yes Tracey you look fabulous. Such hard work landscaping. New Brunswick Canada. Thank you for sharing

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@joaquinavargas5490]

So far so good!! Love to see the beautiful view of the storm coming in, so magical!!

[@rebeccagoldberg8333]

Looking amazing. I truly wish I was there helping! Thank you for this channel.

[@user-sp7em4te5c]

Дорожки отсыпаны очень аккуратно декоративно. 👍👍

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@CMRCC07]

That sky looks angry. I think Patrick is looking for a place to dig. Great job everyone.

[@ritafoster4958]

Amazing progress you guys! Ash- love your tee shirt- perfect sentiment on it! ❤️🇨🇦

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks so much!! 🥰

[@nelleg152]

What a lot of hard work well done its looking great ❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Nelle 🥰

[@carladejonge4951]

What an incredible undertaking by hand truck! Your Family & those other strong souls are truly amazing! Thanks Ash for your updates & keen observations! I am so excited in watching your progress!❤

[@southerncolours826]

Oh wow, that sky. It was a race against nature, you all did so well. ❤

[@kathywillis7459]

I can’t imagine Shane not being happy with the walled garden. It’s amazing! You’re all amazing!

[@ronaldhorton2438]

I've been watching since you started, and the entire place is unrecognizable. Your care really shows, and you should be proud of it. One thing, the music today was awful, and it went on and on. Thank you.

[@jomcgee6094]

Amazing drone footage❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙌

[@lindafick8450]

It might be nice to have something in the center that would provide some shade. Curved benches to rest on...a small screened in structure that would allow you to view the gardens and rest with no bugs. Just a few thoughts. The gardens are going to be so beautiful thanks to everyone's hard work.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@katherinegeddie7687]

The sundial as an original feature would be great in the middle. I can't believe how much you all have accomplished in four days... Even with the storms that you have had! Wow, is it looking fantastic 😊❤😊❤!

[@RhondaBAZ]

Wow ..better than joining a gym! look at you all going so strong..beautiful!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@mlaiuppa]

How about a stone mosaic, giant compass with N, S, E, W, etc patio in the center. That way you can put a table and chairs for entertaining, or clear it for photos or even a small wedding.

[@MarciaLeeful]

If I was coming to the chateau to have a wedding I think the center of the garden is the perfect place for photos and a gathering place. I also think the a tree that is too big in the center will look out of place. Maybe left and right of center. You have such a lovely family and a future gorgeous garden and you need a seating area to enjoy it.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@EthanLomas]

As usual, Terry and Tracy save the day. Real troopers 🤗😘🤗

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@francesbolen257]

Looks absolutely awesome!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@joanmcardle7137]

Wow looks amazing and it’s coming along great

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks 👍

[@elainerocha7342]

Está quase pronto, falta pouco! Na parte central, acho que ficaria muito bonito um chafariz 😍 Patrick e Louis sempre inspecionando o trabalho 😊

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Elaine 🥰

[@ephphathaoracle]

The sundial would be awesome!!❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@scouse97]

Your garden is going to be beautiful when it’s finished, thank goodness for family helping you they are amazing well done all of you 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏