We set off later than we intended, stopping at Warwick services for lunch. The place was heaving, so we picked up some sandwiches and drinks for an in-car picnic before continuing on our journey, which took us to a small village called Brill. Brill was Tolkien’s inspiration for the village of Bree in Lord of [...]
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We celebrated our Wedding Anniversary in this historic market town (see photo). During our stay I walked 36.34 miles, a total of 92,427 steps on our various adventures. Watch this space to see the places we visited.
4 Comments CherryPie on Jun 11th 2022
Filed under Heritage, Holidays, Sherborne & Cirencester 2021
Cerne Abbas
Cerne Abbas is a charming and quaint village that is world renowned for the Cerne Giant, a 180 ft high ancient chalk figure carved out into the steep sloping hillside above the village.
The origins of the Giant, now owned by the National Trust, are a mix of fact and speculation. Some believe that he represents [...]
Comments Off CherryPie on May 11th 2022
Filed under Heritage, Holidays, Newcastle & Durham 2021
Brough Castle
After a ‘Northern Adventure’, on the way home we often stop off for lunch at Brough ice cream parlour and tea room. The food is delicious with the added bonus of views of the castle.
If there is time I am always tempted to walk up to the castle to take in the scenic views and [...]
6 Comments CherryPie on May 5th 2022
Filed under Heritage, Holidays, Newcastle & Durham 2021
Durham Cathedral
4 Comments CherryPie on Apr 21st 2022
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Durham Town Hall
The Town Hall has been central to life in Durham city for more than 650 years. Learn about the powerful Prince Bishops, the evolution of local government and the historic and ongoing roles of the Mayor and Mayor’s Bodyguard. Since the 14th Century the Trade Guilds and Freeman of Durham have met in the Guildhall, [...]
8 Comments CherryPie on Apr 14th 2022
Filed under Holidays, Taormina 2019
Cherie’s Place – Thought for the Week
One cannot help but be in awe when one contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries to comprehend only a little of this mystery every day.
Albert Einstein
4 Comments CherryPie on Apr 10th 2022
