Another nice day today, so we took the dog to the local Country Park.
If you look very closely, you may be able to see a goat standing at the top of the quarry..
Extensive views of Cheltenham and Gloucester from the top:
Another nice day today, so we took the dog to the local Country Park.
If you look very closely, you may be able to see a goat standing at the top of the quarry..
Extensive views of Cheltenham and Gloucester from the top:
A lovely sunny day today, so its on with the walking boots and up to the hills.
We parked at Standish Woods, then followed the Cotswold Way up to Haresfield Beacon, with good views down to the River Severn.
From here we followed the Cotswold Way through woodlands towards Edge, then to an old quarry for a welcome break.
We then dropped down to a lovely path through Pitchcombe Wood.
Then climbed back up the hill to the familiar Standish Wood.
8.5 miles and almost 2000′ climbed today, so we’ve earnt a beer or two!
We walked up the canal to Gloucester Docks today.
Every time I visit, more offices/houses/apartments/hotels are being built…
We enjoyed a nice lunch and some excellent Gloucester Brewery beers.
We’ve been going to this pub (on the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal) for years, but had been going downhill, becoming less beer, people and dog friendly.
It has changed hands yet again, and from yesterday’s visit, seems much more like it used to be, which is good news because it’s in such a great location.
It’s been a while since I’ve traveled on this line; a quiet and empty carriage, a fare less than the cost of the petrol, why drive?
And free wi-fi that works…
We diverted overnight to Calais to drop off a passenger with “a life threatening medical emergency”, so we’re running about 2.5 hours late.
This does mean we can enjoy the delights of the Thames estuary though!
You can just see Southend pier in this photo.
We’re just rounding the corner of Kent, just off Ramsgate.
A smooth return!
We traveled down the Seine overnight, and moored outside Honfleur this morning.
We’ve been here before, but out of season, it’s nice and quiet.
After our stroll, we stopped for an interesting beer (not sure what it was, but it was a step up from the average French lager):
It was well timed to miss a passing shower..
Then back to the ship for a healthy lunch.
We docked here yesterday evening, and are exploring the old town today.
A very interesting town, and quiet!