Cotswolds Travel Blog: Including Highclere Castle, Avebury Stones, Marlborough, Bibury, Chedworth Roman Villa, Bourton on the Water and a spot of Shakespeare. “So, you want to go to Norfolk next?” I asked Madam. “I guess so…” she replied somewhat hesitantly. “It’s very flat,” I said, “you can wave to people in Birmingham.” “Really? You can … Continue reading Cotswolds and Beyond
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Isle of Wight
"We could go away," Madam suggested, “you have a week between appointments.” "But I've been in hospit..." I started to say but she gave me a look that spoke of daggers and I fell into silence. She stared at me a little longer then said, "You're looking much better today. We're going to run out … Continue reading Isle of Wight
Malta
I was reading an article on a right-leaning website explaining that right after a hard Brexit, probably as soon as March 32nd, we would have sunshine everyday, there would be unicorns roaming free in the woods and beer would only cost 35p a pint. I had just got to the bit telling me that if … Continue reading Malta
Copenhagen Day Seven
We splashed out on two Copenhagen cards which gave us entrance to the city’s major attractions as well as travel on all public transport for one price. One of those included was the land train which is a 45 minute tour around some of the more interesting areas of the medieval city. The first train … Continue reading Copenhagen Day Seven
Copenhagen Day Six
Today we planned a trip to Roskilde to see the Cathedral and the Viking Ship Museum. Roskilde is about 22 miles from the centre of Copenhagen. Travelling in England such a vast distance by train needs serious planning. You’ll need to check if there is a strike this week. Engineering works and a bus replacement? … Continue reading Copenhagen Day Six
Copenhagen Days Four and Five
Day 4. Our first visit of the day was to the Danish National museum in the centre of Copenhagen. I was mostly interested in the Viking exhibits which were wonderful and absorbing. Vikings in these parts had a habit of making offerings to the gods by dumping them in the local bog. These included jewellery, … Continue reading Copenhagen Days Four and Five
Copenhagen Day Three
This morning started with a visit to the Botanic Gardens. There were just a few people strolling or walking their dogs - a pleasant change from the crowds of yesterday. It was nice enough but just lots of different trees and shrubs, rather than flowers. A walk amongst 50 shades of green. There was a … Continue reading Copenhagen Day Three
Travels With Madam 