A repeat experience at the garage this morning – closed, no explanation. The business next door is open though and they suggest perhaps they’ve taken a week off for the start of school holidays. Possibly. […]
Month: August 2024
2024 Day 103 – Bocastle
Our hire car is delivered promptly in the morning – a little Yaris automatic hybrid runabout. There’s no engine noise which takes a while to get used to. Reliable wheels at last. First stop is […]
2024 Days 101 & 102 – An Unexpected Twist
Himself and I debated long and hard over the timing of our return to England. I finally agreed on the 1st on the strict understanding that it would include some travel, not just the long and […]
2024 Day 100 – Kingston Lacy
If there’s one thing that the UK excels at, it’s the preservation of its history though the good work of the National Trust. Wild coastlines, historic trade infrastructure, manor homes, all at risk of loss […]
2024 Days 98 & 99 – Adieu France, Hello England
Oh! Our last day in France! Time has unfortunate habit of snapping into warp speed at journey’s end. We set off for the short drive to Caen* in preparation for a crack of dawn** start […]
2024 Day 96 & 97 Honfleur
Well here we are again. As a favoured last stop before ferry crossings, Honfleur has become a French home away from home. It’s nice sometimes, to be in a place instantly recognisable, without having to […]
2024 Days 94 & 95 Dieppe
France’s northern coast continues to provide fresh delights. I have no idea why we persisted with inland treks east on prior travels, when the coast has so much to offer. Today, Normandy gives us the […]
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