(Invited) I was invited by Hand Picked Hotels for a night away at Stanbrook Abbey. This hotel is fairly local to me and I’ve eaten at their restaurant, The Refectory, several times before. However, what a treat it was to stay here. In the photo below you can see the Abbey Church with its gothic … More A night away at Stanbrook Abbey, Worcestershire
Oh for the great British Staycation! It’s no hardship for me. I love all the different beautiful places we have here in the UK. Clovelly is a picturesque fishing village in north Devon. We had a week’s holiday in July to Devon and had a day out visiting Clovelly. It’s been on my must see … More A day out in Clovelly, Devon
This beautiful 14th century Prior’s Hall sits in the Worcestershire countryside at the foot of the Malvern Hills. The Hall has an oak framed roof. The Hall was once attached to the former Benedictine Monastery, which dates back to the 1400s. Little Malvern Court became a family home after the dissolution of the monasteries in … More A late summer walk around Little Malvern Court, Worcestershire
Bibury. A beautiful village in Gloucestershire set on the River Coln. Bibury is a major tourist destination most famous for its row of 17th century weavers cottages, (photos below) owned by the National Trust. By the way you can rent number 9! Take a look on the National Trust website for more. Fun Fact – … More An autumn walk around Bibury, Gloucestershire
The Venice of the Cotswolds. Bourton on the Water is in the county of Gloucestershire. It is situated on the River Windrush and is known for its low bridges. It is probably one of the most famous Cotswold villages. I always like to visit Bourton out of season. It’s much quieter then and much easier … More A sunny November day out in Bourton on the Water
Snapshots of Thyme 