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Monday, 29 May 2017

Compton Castle


 Another day, another National Trust. No change here!

The second leg of our journey to deepest darkest Devon featured a stop off at Compton Castle. Another nice little break to our journey, even though there was no cafe, much to our disappointment, we were all gasping for a cup of tea!




















The castle and gardens on the other hand, as you can see, did not disappoint. Who wouldn't fall in love with a castle like this, which is still lived in! 

Thursday, 2 April 2015

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This year I celebrated my birthday from my sofa, piled high with cushions and the duvet from the bed. I know this must sound like a fabulous way to spend your birthday, but for me, it really isn't! I am still recovering from the dreaded lurgy, whose full force has rendered me useless for two whole weeks (and to any of you who know me, know that I don't DO poorly!).Which also explains my distinct lack of posting here....

However yucky and sore I have been feeling, I was suitably spoilt by my loving friends and family. Dan made me breakfast in bed and couldn't wait to give me my amazing gifts before bouncing off to work. A beautiful, smart new coat and a William Morris handbag, what wonderful surprises! And the blow torch I've been wanting for a while (creme brulee and meringue toppings here I come!). Later, Mother Hen dropped Mr Bee home after his sleepover, he had chosen me some pink sparkly roses and paid for them all by himself and Mom gave me some of my favourite things, a joules top, a wicker shopping basket and some lavender plants! Oh and an ostrich feather duster which is utterly adorable!

I also had some lovely books, skincare and kitchen goodies from my lovely friends. They are keepers ;)

Friday, 4 July 2014

Cotswold Villages













We spent our entire holiday wandering beautiful Cotswold villages and towns. We perused more antique shops than we could keep count and admired the beautiful architecture and decor of the little old-fashioned places.
Although it was our third visit to the area, it was the first time we were actually able to explore properly, but we have already penciled in for an even longer break for next year, and we can't wait!
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