Welcome to old London Town!
From the squirrels that scurried around the autumn leaves at St James Park to the excess that is Harrods, it was an interesting stop in our adventures.
Taking the tube, whilst efficient, is awful! The lack of fresh air and fumes that have built up underground are not a great mix for an asthmatic. It must have been my least enjoyable experience of London. But the one thing I used the most.
Naively we thought that London wouldn't be too busy in the 'tourist spots' given we were in off peak season. We did not quite envisage just how busy it could get and I hate to think what peak season looks like!
The highlight of our stay (for me) was definitely was seeing a show in the West End. It was our last night in London, so Phil took me out for a lobster dinner and a few drinks before seeing The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre. It was a great night and a great way to end of trip.
Would I go back? Maybe next time, I'd explore some of the other towns in England instead.
I was so excited to visit Stonehenge today. Having grown up seeing images and being caught up in the mystery and magic of the place... today was the day that I had been waiting for.
As we crossed over into England the weather took a turn and we found ourselves driving through the countryside in very grey wet conditions. As the temperature dropped to -2 degrees, we faced sleety snow. This soon passed and upon arrival at Stonehenge we were merely inundated with steady rain. It was very much worth the rain and cold.
I would have liked to have spent more time there but it was just too wet, cold and gloomy.
P.S. I am wearing one of the beanies from Alison Tod Couture Millner, the fabulous hat store In Abergavenny I visited twice! £35 and totally worth it! Thanks to Phil's mum for the awesome purchase. I love it!
Yes, it's another castle. Maybe they were right, maybe Australian's do like old buildings!
I think this was my favourite so far. It looks as a castle should and it has a moat. Once a functioning castle, known for its historically significant architecture, it was constructed by Gilbert de Clare in the 13th century as part of his campaign to conquer Glamorgan and is the second largest castle in Britain.