Introduction
The home of X-ray pioneer Dr. Shillington-Scales, the garden features an herbaceous border and yew hedging.
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- History
- Adams Road, No. 4 was built in 1908 by Dr. Shillington-Scales, who pioneered X-ray techniques. In 1926 Brian Reddaway came, when young, to have his knee X-rayed in the adjoining garage. He and his wife later bought the house from his parents in 1952. He was subsequently Professor of Political Economy in the University from 1969 to 1980.
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
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- Features & Designations
Features
- Herbaceous Border
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- Lawn
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- Hedge
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- House (featured building)
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- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
Cambridgeshire Gardens Trust