Bayham Abbey
I wanted to visit Bayham Abbey because I had come across the Abbey when I was making Green Lewisham. The original Abbey was founded in Brockley, in Lewisham, and then moved down to... READ MORE
Bodiam Castle
We were heading back to London after a few very enjoyable days in Rye, but on the way stopped to see Bodiam Castle, and Bayham Old Abbey. They are both fascinating and it... READ MORE
The Church of St Thomas in Winchelsea
We had walked in the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and decided to take a quick look at Winchelsea. Our first impression was that it was similar to Rye, although much quieter, but then... READ MORE
Rye Harbour
We drove out or Rye, along the River Rother, and down to Rye Harbour, only about two miles outside Rye. When we left there was a seagull on the car, and yet another... READ MORE
Corners in Rye
This post is about a few corners in Rye, bits and pieces discovered while walking round. READ MORE
Main streets in Rye
The town is small and the main streets in Rye can easily be explored in a few days. READ MORE
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Stellenbosch Botanic Gardens
Walking around the Stellenbosch Village Museum had been hot work and we needed refreshment! The Stellenbosch Botanic Gardens are popular at all times of the day.
Landscapes of South Africa
The journey was coming to an end – I could still hardly believe the incredible landscapes of South Africa.
The Village Museum in Stellenbosch, no.2
The Village Museum in Stellenbosch consists of four houses: The Schreuder House, The Bletterman House, and the two buildings in this post.
The Village Museum in Stellenbosch, no.1
The Village Museum in Stellenbosch consists of four houses which showcase the history of the area and the increasing prosperity of its inhabitants.
Swellendam to Stellenbosch
I was sad to leave Swellendam – it had been a wonderful few days – but we had our final long drive ahead – 211 kms from Swellendam to Stellenbosch where we were spending our last week in South Africa.
Restaurants in Swellendam
On our last night we had dinner at Schoone Oordt – an elegant setting for delicious food.
Marloth Nature Reserve, Swellendam
On our last day in Swellendam we walked in the Marloth Nature Reserve.
Back streets in Swellendam
In the evenings and early mornings I wandered through the back streets of Swellendam, camera in hand. I loved the quietness, the peace, and the beautiful trees and flowers.
The De Hoop Nature Reserve
I wanted to walk in the countryside and decided we should visit the De Hoop Nature Reserve – it was not a wholly successful expedition. Firstly I had not found the map on the Reserve website… Big mistake! It clearly showed the roads we should … Continued
Bontebok National Park near Swellendam
The Bontebok National Park is an extraordinary conservation success story.