Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, England

January 27, 2019

Glad I went to Windsor Castle yesterday as today is a wee bit on the damp side.  Luckily, it never rains in a museum (Pollock House in Glasgow excepting. It turned out the tarps were not art, the building leaked.) I was somewhat disappointed with Oxford.  That was undoubtedly due to the combination of dull […]

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Feeling posh. Yes, I went to Eton

January 26, 2019

A trip on the tube, then train and a beautiful day at Windsor Castle overlooking the playing fields of Eton.  The guide informed me that in the summer a 10,000 visitor day is not unusual!  I’m here with maybe 200.  Unfortunately no interior photos allowed as it is still the Queens residence, but Google will […]

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London Calling

January 25, 2019

OK Time for a wander. New personal best, worst. 4 hours before Border Agency gave me permission to enter the UK. I still have no idea why I get such scrutiny but thankful I was allowed to enter. Giving myself a special treat tomorrow to get back on balance Forget the old git, I liked […]

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Back to the UK

January 20, 2019

I was off my last trip to the UK, the doctor had failed to inform me that there could be long lasting and extremely sever residual pain after my hernia operation.  About 4″ south of the incision is where the mesh is attached.  There are some fine nerves in the area that can be damaged […]

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Learn to fly a broomstick

October 15, 2018

In Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Harry learned to fly.  It was filmed at Alnwick Castle where they hold broomstick flying lessons.  I was too big.  I started the day heading through the square with it’s cross and viking dragon ship But before I went in I decided to do a wander to see […]

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Alnwick Car show

October 14, 2018

When I bought my ticket to Scarborough form Newcastle the agents (ticket agents are always very helpful in finding you the best and lowest fares) suggested I make the ticket a return for an added £3.  Smart move for if I had purchased the one way I’d have to get back to York no matter […]

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Whitby

October 13, 2018

A leader in the goth community, Whitby is known as the place where Dracula came ashore.  In 1890 Bram Stoker was on holiday in Whitby and it was here that he developed his famous tale. After climbing the 199 steps to the hilltop, the remains of the 9th century abby still dominate the skyline. Looking […]

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Scarborough’s Fair

October 12, 2018

I had to work the song into one post.  Sorry. After I left Tim I decided to walk around the city center.  Found a wee art gallery.  Henriette Rae gave us Roses of Youth in 1907 These 3D signs for N.C. Taylor showed they made pen knives and other cutlery This bench was more comfortable […]

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A morning walk in the Park

October 12, 2018

Peasholm Park to be specific. Tim asked me if I’d like to join him giving his dog a constitutional after breakfast & I jumped at the chance.  I might not have found this wee delight otherwise. Opened as an oriental theme park in 1912 it has been a draw ever since.  In the summer model […]

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Scarborough Castle

October 11, 2018

It was a brilliant afternoon when I checked into Suzy & Tim’s Kenway Guest House.  They’re new at the B&B game having only opened in June but they are doing great with newly renovated rooms, good location and great breakfast. Around the corner I found an upper promenade road with large old homes and hotels […]

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