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Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Bewdley September 12th 2017

Well, ... crumpets and scones... I awoke to what I believe is called "sunshine"...the day looks promising. Had a good simple breakfast of cereal and yogurt at the Swan Inn, just outside Nantwich. The full English breakfast is filling, but can get to be a challenge after a week or two. Then back to the room and sneak the bike out, and move quickly on (not wanting to waste a sunny situation). As the sun was out (still), I was passing lots of hikers and walkers, who were out and enjoying the rain's absence. The countryside was a bit flatter today, as notice by the occasional view from atop the canal bridges and locks. I got onto a bit of an old rail line and then through a private estate (Apley), which went on for miles. ... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Worcester July 30th 2017

Well it's been an experience so far.... Was so exhausted after only a few hours sleep, so after the opening of the conference we headed straight to bed...oh was it needed. Was cold and tired, not a good combo for my head, sends me into a spin and can't cope.... Thank God, yes thank you God for a good nights sleep last night. What a beautiful part of the country we are in, rolling hills and forests, it's so beautiful. I've a few pics added bellow which give a rough but not perfect idea area. We had a great day today (Sunday) at the show and during afternoon Dom and I said we'd go to the prayer tent to soak and rest but when we got there they were about to start a painting class so ... read more
Worship
Rainbow
Dom outside where we are all staying

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Worcester July 28th 2017

So the first part of our road trip is underway. We arrived in Birmingham and were collected by Richard who took us to Graham's home in Worcester where Dom and I were to stay. How beautiful is it that we come all the way to the uk to a conference and strangers (who are no longer strangers) host you and put you up. Very tired to bed at "Spanish time" nearly 2am! And then because I'm having a break from my oil treatment while here, I only managed to sleep for maybe 4 hours. ? Not fun! Graham had laid on a beautiful breakfast with strawberries, raspberries, melon, toast and cereals. Felt blessed indeed. We then went to Richards home where Kurt and Mel stayed and we had a nice lunch and then went to the ... read more
Our Host Graham
New and old friends
Campers

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Worcester July 25th 2017

Yesterday, Monday, we set out for the market town of Worcester. We have had lazy mornings so did not get on the road until about 10-30am. It was an overcast day, coolish but no rain. After a 15 minute drive, we parked the car on the outskirts of Worcester by the Worcester-Birmingham canal and then strolled along the canal to the centre of the city.I love the canals with their narrow boats and bird life and the leisurely felling they evoke. Steve lead us to the Commandeery, a museum of the Civil War. Worcester was the site of a major battle during this time and Charles 1 was supposed to have left a large amount of silver here when he was forced to flee. Unfortunately, the Museum was closed as it was a Monday. We continued ... read more
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Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Redditch July 23rd 2017

Our trip to the World Champonships got underway on Friday night. We headed to Adelaide airport about 6pm for our flight on Emirates to Dubai. At check-in I was greeted with a cheery "Hi Mrs Mac! It is Lucy Holland" Handy to have an Old Scholar on the check in counter. She gave us seats in the front row of Economy but couldn't guarantee that we would have all three seats to ourselves. In the Qantas Club I asked for the football to be switched on to the TV so we were able to watch the Crows defeat Geelong while waiting for boarding. Once on the plane no-one came to sit next to us so three seats to ourselves!! 3 wins for the night!! I slept much of the way during the 13 hour trip to ... read more
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Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Worcester June 18th 2017

Travelling day from Edinburgh to York, called in at a shopping centre on our way south for some essentials before heading to Selkirk in search of some tartan for Rylies kilt. Selkirk seems to be a town that spins tartan and deals in fabrics of all sorts. We found the address we were looking for only for it to be a large tin shed all closed up in an industrial area of town. Tried ringing the phone number that we had been given but it just kept cancelling out, obviously there is an area code we arent using and we don't know it. On the way past we had spotted another fabric barn type place with a cafe so stopped in for lunch and a look around, they did have tartans but none with the colours ... read more
Scottish Borders
Scottish Borders
Scottish Borders

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Worcester January 1st 2017

Hi and welcome to our next adventure. We hope you all had a good Christmas and will have a happy and prosperous New Year. Our cruise starts tomorrow to New Zealand, land of the long white cloud. We will be cruising through the Panama Canal, across the Pacific with hopefully a stop at Bora Bora. Last year we were unable to get into the bay and had to bypass the island (Fingers crossed) Will blog as much as possible when connections are possible Keep well Al & Lin... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Bromsgrove July 14th 2016

They plan was to be packed by now but I have a list. I am beyond excited and Madi & Dom have no idea why. 'You've been to America before mum' It's nearly here!!!... read more

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire June 26th 2016

Sunday, June 26 The Three Ways House started our day with a buffet breakfast. They were late setting up and then they kept getting our orders wrong. They brought Ross a bowl of porridge that could have fed 5. We'd also had poor service at dinner the previous evening. Beds were small and Ian and Lynn's toilet didn't work. However I was happy just to be able to walk to breakfast although I did it in my socks because I couldn't face getting my shoes on just yet. I actually put my hiking boots in the garbage. While Ross and Ian did the car transfer bit I carefully put all the first aid stuff I had on my feet and took 2 Advil just to start the day. Legs moved and we were soon climbing our ... read more
stunning views all day today
gateway in Chipping Camden
ho hum view again

Europe » United Kingdom » England » Worcestershire » Bromsgrove June 6th 2016

I'm gradually getting through the pre-holiday 'to do' list but it seems to be getting longer by the day. We're all 'super excited' about our family trip of a lifetime. Still to do: online Esta form Universal tickets Getty tickets BBB tickets Hunger Games tickets Baseball tickets SFMOMA tickets A theme is emerging, we need to buy lots of tickets! And bags, do we need new luggage? Need to order Madi's veggie meal for the plane. Need to discuss the amount of hiking that Madi & I intend to do with the boys who don't intend to do much at all!... read more




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