Random thoughts and photos of my journey through life…
Filed under Faith Foundations, Heritage, Out & About
The ruins of Buildwas Abbey are situated in beautiful woodland just above the south bank of the River Severn.
The guidebook gives a brief summary of it’s origins:
In the summer of 1135, Roger de Clinton, Bishop of Chester, brought a small colony of monks to England from the Norman abbey of Savigny. He settled the [...]
19 Comments CherryPie on Apr 14th 2010
Filed under Anecdotes, Out & About, Science & Nature
Some of you might remember that the last time I visited Attingham Park I saw the herd of deer being fed for the last time this winter. Here is a little video them in full action rushing around. I have been rushing around as much as they have today on more of my [...]
13 Comments CherryPie on Apr 13th 2010
Filed under Gardens, Out & About
A garden is a delight to the eye and a solace for the soul.
Saadi, Persia
14 Comments CherryPie on Apr 11th 2010
Filed under Anecdotes, Faith Foundations, Heritage, Out & About
I was determined to take advantage of the sunny weather and hopefully get some pictures of spring flowers. I did manage to track down some flowers in one of the local parks but it was rather crowded and the wind was a little chilly. I took a few photos and beat a hasty retreat. I [...]
14 Comments CherryPie on Apr 11th 2010
Filed under Anecdotes, Out & About
I had a lazy start to the day to catch up from all my recent rushing around. The day was so lovely and sunny I just had to get out and about and soak up the atmosphere. I had a little walk along the river and then sat on a certain bench near [...]
19 Comments CherryPie on Apr 10th 2010
Filed under Heritage, Out & About
The chimney stacks at Wightwick Manor are very vertical. I visited the house over Easter and found it really interesting. I will be returning later in the year to get a full guided tour when it is not so busy. Of course another reason for me to return is to see the gardens when [...]
30 Comments CherryPie on Apr 9th 2010
Filed under Out & About
A quite place to relax without a care in the world. Maybe with a good book to hand and depending on the time of day a nice cup or tea or a glass of chilled Rosé
10 Comments CherryPie on Apr 9th 2010
