Autumn colors are almost upon us. My backyard maple started early. Hibernia Park in Chester County PA is a great place for fall colors.

In just two or three weeks the fall colors in Chester County will be at or near their peak.

My backyard maple leaves started early.

Chamber’s Lake from the end of the Lake Trail less than a mile from the mansion

"Hibernia County Park consists of over 900 acres of trails, woodlands, meadows, open fields, play areas, pavilions, camping and picnic areas. Popular fishing sites include the Brandywine Creek’s west branch, Birch Run & a children’s pond. Chambers Lake is a great spot for boating and fishing.

Campgrounds are open on weekends May through October. New in 2018 - reserve a site online.

Walking tours explore the legacy of the iron masters and country gentlemen who owned the estate.The walking tour focuses on mansion builders Charles Brooks and Colonel Swayne."

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Hibernia Park

Hibernia Park Mansion

Much of Hibernia's appearance today is the result of changes and extensions made by Colonel Franklin Swayne between 1895 and 1910. His architectural additions and furnishings reflect his admiration of English manor style and taste...

It is said that the east wing, or ballroom, was added after his marriage to Dolly Clifford, an English actress, to host grand Christmas parties in the old English tradition. The large fireplace was designed to accommodate the traditional Yule Log The legend is that only one such party was held, in 1903, and for whatever reason, the couple parted soon thereafter.

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Colonel Swayne

Hibernia Park Mansion