The National Trust Book of Scones: 50 delicious recipes and some curious crumbs of history

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Sarah Merker brings you 50 scone recipes from the National Trust.
Sarah Merker brings you 50 scone recipes from the National Trust.

History is best enjoyed with a scone, as everyone whos visited a National Trust house knows. This book brings you the best of both. Scone obsessive Sarah Merker has gathered 50 yes 50 scone recipes from National Trust experts around the country. And shes written a quirky guide to 50 National Trust places to delight and entertain you while you bake or eat those blissful treats. Eccentric owners, strange treasures, obscure facts it's all here.

Whip up a Triple Chocolate scone while you read about the mechanical elephants at Waddesdon Manor. Or savour an Apple & Cinnamon scone while you absorb the dramatic love life of Henry Cecil of Hanbury Hall. Marvel at a Ightham Mote's Grade 1 listed dog kennel while you savour a Cheese, Spring Onion and Bacon scone.

50 of the best scones in history. And 50 of the best places to read about. Youll never need to leave the kitchen again.

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"[U]tterly delightful and so much fun to cook from. I highly recommend it." --Sandra's Kitchen Nook

"There's so much to love in the delightful offering from one of Britain's most beloved cooks." --Sandra's Kitchen Nook

Author Bio

Sarah Merker has visited over 200 National Trust properties in search of the perfect scone. She reviews every property and its scones on her blog, National Trust Scones.