Bee on Echinops

I am away in Nottinghamshire for a week, staying with my mother (aged 97). She loves to come with me to Clumber Park, a NT property, and to sit in the beautiful gardens, whilst I nip about with my camera.

I am only on the internet occasionally (and I've not much time anyway) so I'm not able to look at your posts or comment. Hope I will catch up when I get home next week.

I have a feeling this blue flower isn't an Echinops, so if anyone can remind me of the right name, I will be very grateful.