EXPLORING MY ADOPTED CITY AND BEYOND
The Abbey Approaching from afar, along the winding drive that leads to the magnificent property, the imposing structure that is Lacock Abbey seems to appear suddenly around a bend, bestowing itself upon you like a beautiful, yet illusive mirage. Hints of the abbey’s age and historical importance are evident in the picturesque little village that… Continue reading
Although abundant with interesting things to see and do, the Cotswolds is a place that very quickly charms you into slowing down. There is a rural, old-world atmosphere here that evokes images of time immemorial when the skill of the craftsman was revered, and the unhurried nature of a hard day’s work was measured by… Continue reading
“…[Nature] ever bearing witness against man that he has deliberately chosen ugliness instead of beauty…” – William Morris When we were planning our long weekend in the Cotswolds, a visit to one of the many grand heritage gardens that reside here was a necessity. Like resplendent precious jewels adorning a royal crown the gardens of… Continue reading
Is there such a thing as too much beauty? When people think of England, they conjure romantic images of fairy tale villages filled with honeyed stoned cottages enveloped by a seemingly infinite terrain of undulating pastures made verdant by the generous summer rains. The homogeneous landscape, with its endless patchwork of quaint chocolate box hamlets,… Continue reading