Such was my Hero, whom I would portray

In one exploit—the Hero of a Day.

At six miles’ distance from his native town

Stood Silford Hall, a seat of much renown—

Computed miles such weary travellers ride,

When they in chance wayfaring men confide.

Beauty and grandeur were within; around, 180}

Lawn, wood, and water; the delicious ground }

Had parks where deer disport, had fields where game abound. }

Fruits of all tastes in spacious gardens grew;