Hazlewood Castle

Dan made a last minute booking only a few days before the wedding, to whisk me off to a medieval castle on the outskirts of York. Rich in history and acres of parkland, this castle was the absolute perfect place to stay for our special weekend.

We didn't arrive until the evening, as we had spent the whole day in York. But once we did arrive, we were upgraded to a Master Suite. Our very own bedroom, sitting room and enormous bathroom. I had a lovely soak in the bath (after the past few days, my body was not coping very well at all!) before setting down in the HUGE bed.

In the morning we got up and walked around the castle to the restaurant for breakfast. We packed the car up and went for a stroll around the grounds. The weather was glorious, and I wore one of the dresses Dan gave to me as a wedding gift.

We drove back in to York for more exploring before coming home to the pile of wedding gifts that awaited us!

Hebden Bridge

We spent the beginning of our Easter Weekend up in the North West, heading to Manchester on Good Friday to see Brand New at the Academy. Whilst up visiting the family, we enjoyed a gorgeous drive through the countryside to Hebden Bridge, a little town in West Yorkshire.
An eco lovers haven, every other shop was organic, we even nipped to see The Clean Green Nappy Machine but it was closed for the holiday. We ate in a little cafe and visited a 1940's themed cafe for tea and cake.
What a beautiful day out. 

East Riddlesden Hall

Yesterday I visited East Riddlesden Hall in Yorkshire. I had planned to spend my afternoon at an art gallery in Bradford, however, a local carnival put a stop to that as the roads were closed! Not knowing the area, I checked out the National Trust app and visited the closest property to my way home.
East Riddlesden has the most beautiful gardens and landscapes, viewing the Yorkshire Dales. And a lovely tea room where I enjoyed a pot of Blackberry and Elderflower tea in peace and quiet!