An Amble south of Dennington

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This tramp around the fields south of Dennington is an easy outing before Sunday lunch in fine weather, and includes a visit to one of the finest Suffolk Churches. c.5 miles; 2.5 hours

Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London, 1862, Day 8 in City Road (no.75)

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This is my penultimate post of the 8-day tour of London proposed by Mr Bradshaw in his Illustrated Hand Book to London, and a tour which I began in January 2013! But we have not yet finished the tour of London … Continued

Cratfield Photography Competition – ‘Doors’

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Cratfield’s Photography Competition is only one month away! Are you taking photographs of interesting doors? Here are a few ideas. The deadline for entries is 18 October so time to get snapping!

Travel in France – Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau

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The Château of Azay-le-Rideau was built between 1528 and 1527 on the site of the mediaeval castle of Ridel d’Azay, a knight in the King’s service. The fortress was built to protect the road from Tours to Chinon. This original building … Continued

Travel in France – Issoudun to Ouistreham

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On the final day of Travel in France we travelled from Issoudun to Ouistreham, with visits to the Chateaux of Villandry and Azay-le-Rideau along the way. The overnight ferry returned us to the UK.