| I had heard so much about the swannery that it had but little interest for me. |
| Abbotsbury Swannery, Dorset SEE the subtropical gardens at night and visit the mute swans. |
| The swannery, established by monks, still provides protection for hundreds of birds and their broods, and you can wander safely around their nests. |
| Tony learns about the part played by a famous swannery in developing a secret weapon. |
| The swannery was built by Benedictine Monks in the 1040s and currently has around 600-700 swans who breed there. |
| Now is the hatching time at Abbotsbury Swannery, the oldest swannery in the world. |
