"We're taking you to a museum today", announced Margaret, "but it's not a stuffy, dark place, it's where we'll be guaranteed lots of fresh air and sunshine".
We packed a lunch and set off for Beamish, the living museum in the north, which is not far from Newcastle and Durham.
Hidden away in the forest our adventure awaited. We boarded an old Navy blue bus that took us along an old road to an historical old town where we ventured in and out of houses, and a variety of businesses that flourished in the 1800s Victorian era. Continuing our journey by steam engine train and double decker bus, we visited a farm and coal mining village. The many period dressed guides entertained us with their wise but witty responses to our questions and comments.
And, the shortbread cookies and bread from the bakery were yummy!
All too soon our trip but back in time came to end and it was time to travel back south to Bradford.
Monday, 22 July 2019
Sunday, 21 July 2019
Whitby wandering....
Sunday, July 21.
We set off to the seaside town of Whitby and the famous Whitby Abbey which was the inspiration for Bram Stoker in writing his 1897 novel Count Dracula. It's 199 stair steps (and we walked them in both directions) ascend from the street below, providing the proper atmosphere for the skeleton-like abbey and surrounding old cemetary and chapel. Shut your eyes and imagine being in this haunting place on a chilly stormy night!
The town was a wonderful display of street mimes, little shops, restaurants (we sampled some English pasties) and pubs (one of which assisted in quenching our thirst). This area is known for jet black gems and there were plenty to be had, some of which depicted haunting Dracula themed designs.
Captain Cook learned his sea fairing education in Whitby and his statue overlooks the harbour.
The drive to and from Whitby from our home base in Bradford was a picturesque display of woodlands and heather covered moors.
Such a lovely way to spend a Sunday in the English countryside.
We set off to the seaside town of Whitby and the famous Whitby Abbey which was the inspiration for Bram Stoker in writing his 1897 novel Count Dracula. It's 199 stair steps (and we walked them in both directions) ascend from the street below, providing the proper atmosphere for the skeleton-like abbey and surrounding old cemetary and chapel. Shut your eyes and imagine being in this haunting place on a chilly stormy night!
The town was a wonderful display of street mimes, little shops, restaurants (we sampled some English pasties) and pubs (one of which assisted in quenching our thirst). This area is known for jet black gems and there were plenty to be had, some of which depicted haunting Dracula themed designs.
Captain Cook learned his sea fairing education in Whitby and his statue overlooks the harbour.
The drive to and from Whitby from our home base in Bradford was a picturesque display of woodlands and heather covered moors.
Such a lovely way to spend a Sunday in the English countryside.
Saturday, 20 July 2019
Our first days in England
We arrived safe and sound on Wednesday morning at London Gatwick airport. Our friends, Mick and Margaret, met us and we drove approximately five hours north along the very hectic M23, 25, 1 and 62 motorways to their home in Bradford. After spending a few hours catching up on news with Mick and Margaret, we turned in early for the night.
Our first full day was spent with Mick and Margaret's family celebrating daughter, Michelle's (and her husband Neil, and daughters Maisie and Mia), graduation from Huddersfield with a Bachelor of Science degree.
We woke up the next morning to a cloudy rainy day so we went shopping, then indulged in a plentiful helping of delicious comfort food at the nearby Heath Field Farm Carvary restaurant. We give it a four star for service and food.
Today Mick and Margaret took to us to quiet and quaint St. Annes and then the wild and wooly Blackpool. While the winds were cool and brisk we had a great time walking along the miles long Blackpool promenade (with it's colorful carnival atmosphere). We lunched at the world famous Harry Ramsden's Fish and Chips restaurant chain with local roots. The fish and chips were delicious, a 4.5 from a couple of Canucks.
We have enjoyed each day absorbing English cuisine, sights and hospitality.
Our first full day was spent with Mick and Margaret's family celebrating daughter, Michelle's (and her husband Neil, and daughters Maisie and Mia), graduation from Huddersfield with a Bachelor of Science degree.
We woke up the next morning to a cloudy rainy day so we went shopping, then indulged in a plentiful helping of delicious comfort food at the nearby Heath Field Farm Carvary restaurant. We give it a four star for service and food.
Today Mick and Margaret took to us to quiet and quaint St. Annes and then the wild and wooly Blackpool. While the winds were cool and brisk we had a great time walking along the miles long Blackpool promenade (with it's colorful carnival atmosphere). We lunched at the world famous Harry Ramsden's Fish and Chips restaurant chain with local roots. The fish and chips were delicious, a 4.5 from a couple of Canucks.
We have enjoyed each day absorbing English cuisine, sights and hospitality.
Monday, 17 June 2019
We're on our way again
Here we go again!
In about a month's time Delmer and I will be on our way to Europe to visit friends and experience the thrill of discovery as we travel through parts of the UK, Belgium, France, Germany and The Netherlands.
We're calling this our 2019 European Eat'n & Drink'n tour. Now, keep in mind, we will not focus on volume, but rather on more of a sipping of local beers and wines, and snacking on cheeses, breads and sausages plus other traditional cuisine along the way. Oh, and we will always save room for dessert.
Stay tuned for more.
In about a month's time Delmer and I will be on our way to Europe to visit friends and experience the thrill of discovery as we travel through parts of the UK, Belgium, France, Germany and The Netherlands.
We're calling this our 2019 European Eat'n & Drink'n tour. Now, keep in mind, we will not focus on volume, but rather on more of a sipping of local beers and wines, and snacking on cheeses, breads and sausages plus other traditional cuisine along the way. Oh, and we will always save room for dessert.
Stay tuned for more.
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