The cycle ride was a great way to explore the local area including visiting an ancient out of the way church where David took the pump organ for a spin. Afterwards we met Ella and friends at a delightful cafe in Lechlade - on - Thames, an historic inland port village. Some really lovely cottages, including the toll house and a camp site complete with caravans, along the side of the river.
The Cat's Pyjamas was a wonderful second hand shop and, as you do, I ended up buying the (almost) complete set of Beatrix Potter books. We had some of them as kids and I still have a few. There is only one book missing so am hoping that it might be one that I have. Only issue now is that I have to take them home!
We all went back to the Lake house for lunch and just enjoy the luxury of the place, before a drive to Buscot. This was another small village that has a weir and lock for the canal boats. We walked the dogs along part of the tow path and watched people swimming - just because the sun is shining doesn't mean that it is warm enough to swim.
The plan was to have sour dough pizzas from a local restaurant, but sadly it wasn't open, so shop bought pizza and chips had to suffice - great company and lots of laughs made up for it.
Woke to a misty morning yesterday, which didn't spoil the view from the house. It eventually cleared to a fine, but chilly day. Off for drive and first stop was Cirencester, an historic Roman market town on the edge of Gloucestershire. An impressive cathedral and plenty of quaint buildings to stop and admire, around each corner. Couldn't resist the cheese and ham and cheese, leek and potato croissants that tasted as good as they looked.
On to Bourton-on-the-Water which is a very pretty village that straddles the River Windrush with several low stone bridges. It really was idyllic with its honey-coloured stone architecture. Unfortunately lots of other people thought so too, so the place was really busy. Felt like all of England was out enjoying the Easter sunshine.
Back to the Lakes in time to the Josie and Decklin to the train station in Swindon - not a pretty Cotswold village - for their return to London. Late afternoon walk around the Lakes with the dogs to top off a very pleasant day.
The forecast rain arrived overnight, but wasn't as bad as predicted so we set off for Stow-on-the-Wold. This was another historic market town particularly known for its ancient yew trees that have grown at the north porch of St Edward's Church, forming an arch over the door. More delightfully quaint and somewhat 'wonky' buildings. Watched chocolatiers hand making delicious treats and bought the most incredibly decadent chocolate brownie caramel slice from a cafe. We decided to drive back to Bourton-on-the-Water to see if we could enjoy it without so many people. Was still reasonably busy, but worth the return trip.
Made our way back to the Lake house early afternoon and did a final clean and pack before setting off for our return to London. Have to say that travelling in a Range Rover is something that would be very easy to get used to.
The dogs were happy to be home and we are enjoying an evening hanging out together again.
The Cat's Pyjamas was a wonderful second hand shop and, as you do, I ended up buying the (almost) complete set of Beatrix Potter books. We had some of them as kids and I still have a few. There is only one book missing so am hoping that it might be one that I have. Only issue now is that I have to take them home!
We all went back to the Lake house for lunch and just enjoy the luxury of the place, before a drive to Buscot. This was another small village that has a weir and lock for the canal boats. We walked the dogs along part of the tow path and watched people swimming - just because the sun is shining doesn't mean that it is warm enough to swim.
The plan was to have sour dough pizzas from a local restaurant, but sadly it wasn't open, so shop bought pizza and chips had to suffice - great company and lots of laughs made up for it.
Woke to a misty morning yesterday, which didn't spoil the view from the house. It eventually cleared to a fine, but chilly day. Off for drive and first stop was Cirencester, an historic Roman market town on the edge of Gloucestershire. An impressive cathedral and plenty of quaint buildings to stop and admire, around each corner. Couldn't resist the cheese and ham and cheese, leek and potato croissants that tasted as good as they looked.
On to Bourton-on-the-Water which is a very pretty village that straddles the River Windrush with several low stone bridges. It really was idyllic with its honey-coloured stone architecture. Unfortunately lots of other people thought so too, so the place was really busy. Felt like all of England was out enjoying the Easter sunshine.
Back to the Lakes in time to the Josie and Decklin to the train station in Swindon - not a pretty Cotswold village - for their return to London. Late afternoon walk around the Lakes with the dogs to top off a very pleasant day.
The forecast rain arrived overnight, but wasn't as bad as predicted so we set off for Stow-on-the-Wold. This was another historic market town particularly known for its ancient yew trees that have grown at the north porch of St Edward's Church, forming an arch over the door. More delightfully quaint and somewhat 'wonky' buildings. Watched chocolatiers hand making delicious treats and bought the most incredibly decadent chocolate brownie caramel slice from a cafe. We decided to drive back to Bourton-on-the-Water to see if we could enjoy it without so many people. Was still reasonably busy, but worth the return trip.
Made our way back to the Lake house early afternoon and did a final clean and pack before setting off for our return to London. Have to say that travelling in a Range Rover is something that would be very easy to get used to.
The dogs were happy to be home and we are enjoying an evening hanging out together again.
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Lovely😊. Xx K
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