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Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford June 11th 2008

Hi Folks The rain promised for later today has just arrived … good timing as I have had a day ‘on site’ airing my duvet and two sleeping bags, generally airing the tent and washing all my clothes. Needless to say this all takes a little longer than it would in a ‘normal’ residence. Perhaps not quite such a relaxing day as planned following a long cycle ride yesterday along the Wye Valley to the west of Hereford. A few days ago I had a lovely walk - only about seven miles - along the Marcle Ridge a few miles to the south of the campsite. Those of you used to proper hills would not recognise this as a true ridge but we shall let that pass - suffice to say that unlike Striding Edge and ... read more
Deer
Buzzard

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford June 10th 2008

Hi Folks ! Following two or three days of inactivity through a rather dull period of weather I have been active once more as the sun has been shinning for the past week or so. Thought you might like to see my home from home …. Two tents …. one very small in which I keep my ‘stuff’ - cookers (I have three), gas bottles, loo, generator, dirty clothes ….. To erect this tent you simply open the bag, take the tent out and throw it in the air - it lands fully erect. All you then have to do is peg the sides and guy lines - easy. However I would not want to sleep in it as it does not seem to be weather proof. I think this is what young people call a ... read more
The Neighbours

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford June 4th 2008

4 June 2008 Hi Folks ! Combined cycle and walking day. Blue skies ! Away from camp site by 7am (gates are locked until that time - just in case any of you feel that I am slacking by setting off at such a late hour !!!!). With the bike in the back of the car I made off for an area a few miles from the camp and generally to the south of Hereford. I parked as intended in a rough parking area near a footpath and set off to walk to the confluence of the Lugg and Frome and then the Lugg and Wye. I will not bore you with the detail … well since you insist …. perhaps not although anyone who studied geography to an advanced level will know that these rivers ... read more
Hampton Bishop Church
Hampton Meadows
Dinedor Hill Fort

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford June 1st 2008

01 June 2008 (must be my birthday !!) Hi Folks ! The bright weather of yesterday has been replaced by the grey gloom that has dominated much of this trip. Aim of today is to sweep through the rest of southern Herefordshire and arrive at the CACC Hereford site by mid-afternoon. Note that the site is not actually in H but some seven miles to the east near the village of Tarrington. First visit was to Abbey Dore which is a curious feature ….. Many of the parishes in this area have absurdly large churches for the size of the community but Abbey Dore is by far the largest in this category. Founded as a Cistercian Abbey in the twelfth century the exterior certainly has a monastic feel although there is a confusion of architectural styles. ... read more
Abbey Dore
St Margaret's
St Margaret's

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford May 31st 2008

31 May 2008 Hi Folks This was a quite delightful day - possibly the best so far. Having finally escaped the clutches of Gloucestershire I quickly immersed myself in the delights of Herefordshire - a county I have not previously visited. For those of you who are not clear on where this is … it is between the English Midlands and the Welsh county of Powys and so geographically is transitional between the Midland plain and the Cambrian Mountains. If I had any doubts that this was border country then they quickly disappeared on arrival in Hay-on-Wye the night before. Now I thought that Hay was in England but the street signs are in both languages - which of course makes for even larger signs cluttering up the place and spoiling the view. Do we really ... read more
Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat
Black Cat Ridge

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford May 16th 2008

We were set free for the weekend to do what we wished, and, after initally planning a trip to London, a few of us set off on a road less travelled. We were headed to the famous little town of Hay on Wye, where there are many unique vintage bookstores. After two hours on the train we stopped in Hereford, planning to take up a one hour bus ride in the morning. I absolutely love taking trains. In southern California, I take the train often to Orange County, Santa Barbara, or even Anaheim. However, in an effort to make my travelling case a little lighter, I left my ipod nano and the book I planned to read. Considering that the ipod is only a few ounces, I was moderately teased for my line of reasoning. So, ... read more
The Green Dragon
The hallway in the hotel where our rooms were
The room...

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford December 16th 2007

Hi Everyone, haven't gone yet. Still sorting stuff.... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford August 11th 2007

Friday - Last day at work and goodbye to work mates. Miss you all guys, but not enough to make me want to stay. Saturday - Open house and party time. Here are a few photos of the many that came and helped us with the massive hangovers that lingered well into Monday…... Many thanks, for making it so special and for leaving us to clear up the empties (HA HA). ... read more
A motley crew
Drunks
Still Standing

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford August 11th 2007

July 30th - Dallas airport Our flight was delayed to Dallas due to the rainy weather. We have to either spend the night in Dallas or fly to Chicago now and depart tomorrow night. We pick Chicago as we love the city, especially Wicker Park area. Bill and I are kind of cranky as we are so tired from wedding events and packing at last minute. Those who know us well knew that would happen…ha! At first we are told that they would get us a hotel room in Chicago, which pleased Bill greatly. However, the second agent said no as American Airlines did not control the weather. In this guy’s ENTIRE two years, they have never given a hotel room to customers who have missed their flights due to the weather. Well, this did not ... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Herefordshire » Hereford August 6th 2007

Hello. I am Ronald Gill. I'm recently remarried. I'm 53 years young and ready for a holiday of a life time. Have decided that life is too short after working long hours for over 27 years with TNT, I need a break and now I am embarking on the adventure of a life time. Around the world in 12 months!!! Will we do it? There's only one way to find out. Let's go for it..... Our children think it's a great idea to do the trip, but me thinks they are glad to be rid of us.... We plan to start our journey August 19th 2007. Our plans include Flying to Prague overland to Vilnius, Riga then to Russia. We will take the Trans Siberian Railway to Beijing. Overland to Hong Kong, fly to Singapore, Thailand, ... read more
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