It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves.
Edmund Hilary
6 Comments CherryPie on Mar 21st 2021
6 Comments CherryPie on Mar 21st 2021
Sherborne Old Castle is a romantic 12th-century ruin set in beautiful grounds next to New Sherborne Castle.
After withstanding two sieges during the Civil War, only the Southwest Gatehouse and parts of the castle, including the Great Tower and the North Range, now survive. Loved by Sir Walter Ralegh, he leased the castle but when he was imprisoned in the Tower of London for marrying one of Queen Elizabeth I’s maids of honour without her permission, it was then leased out but remained a favourite home of the famous explorer.
The castle grounds are a haven for wildlife and birds and it is an ideal spot for a picnic where you can take in the beautiful views across the surrounding countryside. Keep an eye out for ‘Lady Betty’s Pinks’ during July and August, named after Sir Walter Ralegh’s wife, Elizabeth, flowering throughout the grounds.
4 Comments CherryPie on Mar 21st 2021
The destination of my Friday walk was the Bowring Park in Wellington. I chose not to walk shortest route so that I could enjoy some other features on my way. My walk took me past Wellington Cemetery.
After my walk around Bowring Park I found a pathway that lead me into the cemetery. The park was busy and noisy but as I stepped into the cemetery grounds I found peace and tranquility. The contrast was quite striking.
On this occasion I enjoyed the peace and tranquility and I know I will be back to walk in that place again soon. I chose the shortest route back home which chimed with the peacefulness of my experience in the cemetery.
2 Comments CherryPie on Mar 20th 2021
