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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San Juan del Mercado
The Church of San Juan del Mercado in Benavente is over one thousand years old and retains a silently mysterious atmosphere which I loved.
Walks round Benavente
The Parador of Benavente is at the top of the old town and so we took many little walks round Benavente.
The Gardens of Benavente
The Prado de los Pavas river gardens of Benavente were once part of the Castle gardens. The Botanical Gardens were created in this space in 2010. In the middle of this vast area of meadows is the Municipal swimming pools … Continued
Market Day in Benavente
We found Benavente quite quiet until it was Thursday which is market day in Benavente. The town suddenly comes alive on Thursdays, with people everywhere! I love visiting the markets in Spain and I am looking forward to the covered … Continued
Church of Santa Maria del Azogue in Benavente
The beautiful Church of Santa María del Azogue in Benavente is close to the Parador of Benavente and we visited several times. It is in the centre of the shopping streets, close to the Plaza Mayor and feels very ‘friendly’.
The Parador of Benavente
We arrived at the Parador of Benavente after an interesting but long day driving across the meseta. The parador is on the edge of the town, looking out over the river and canal, and the surrounding countryside, which stretches into … Continued
Lerma to Benavente
We were sad to leave Lerma but it was time to move on. The drive from Lerma to Benavente was c.193 kms and we were slightly anxious about backs, nerves, pain etc, but set off, determined to enjoy the trip.
The Parador of Lerma
The Parador of Lerma is just wonderful! Beautiful, comfortable, good food, and courteous and efficient staff – I felt truly pampered during my stay and would happily return.
Covarrubias
Covarrubias is an important small town about twenty minutes outside Lerma, and on the road to the Monastery of San Pedro de Arlanza. It was a hot day, and after visiting the monastery it was time for a coffee stop!
Monastery of San Pedro de Arlanza
We visited the Monastery of San Pedro de Arlanza a few years ago, but it was closed. This time we made sure we arrived in opening hours.