The main races – of which there were 6 – started shortly after. I enjoyed watching the horses in the paddock where I could pick which horse I would back. Not being an expert in racing, I chose a horse based on which one I liked the look of, or which name appealed to me. Continue reading
This afternoon I met up with my best friend Anne-Marie and we went for a walk around the lake in Fairford – along with the dog….and the cat (my cats follow us too, I’m used to it). Continue reading
What a lovely weekend we’ve had. 2 warm Sunny afternoons during which I’ve managed to read a significant chunk of my current book The Apollo Murders by Chris Hadfield. Continue reading
I spent a bit of time yesterday in the North Cotswolds, exploringan area of the country only a short drive from home but which I donโt often go to. Continue reading
Besides the reception desk being manned 24/7 (great from a security point of view) there is a bar – so I can get a drink before, during and after my show. This is also great when interviewing guests. Continue reading
It was very Autumnal, and I enjoyed a walk amongst the leaves, enjoying the view from the hill towards Cheltenham & Gloucester. Continue reading
Newark Park, set in the hills looking down on the Severn Valley, is an old Tudor hunting lodge dating back to the 1500s which has been extended several times. It is only about 10 years or so since it was last lived in, so it has quite a homely feel to it, and the rooms inside the house are of a good “home” size. Continue reading
The first Bank Holiday weekend of the year so I’ve taken the opportunity to choose a couple of places to go to this weekend. Today I went to Hailes Abbey near Winchcombe. Continue reading
We certainly got the best part of the day with some nice sunshine. In my coat and scarf I felt at times like I’d put on too many layers. Continue reading
Today I went for a cold (but at least dry) walk at Batsford Arboretum. Continue reading