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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A day trip to Ezcaray
Santo Domingo is quite a small town and so we decided to take a day trip to Ezcaray which is only 30 minutes away from Santo Domingo. A brief history The town dates from the 10th century when the Kings … Continued
A quiet walk in Santo Domingo
After a busy day out and about it was good to take a quiet walk in Santo Domingo along the river and in the outskirts of this small town. Walking out of the town We walked down the Calle Mayor, … Continued
The Cathedral of Santo Domingo
The Cathedral of Santo Domingo stands in the heart of the town, on the Camino. It is on the site where Santo Domingo first built a chapel for pilgrims. The original church has gone, replaced by the building designated a … Continued
The Pilgrim Station of Santo Domingo
A brief history The Pilgrim Station of Santo Domingo was originally mainly the work of one man. Santa Domingo founded the town in the 11th century to help pilgrims who were undertaking a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. He built … Continued
Olite to Santo Domingo de la Calzada
It was time to move on again, and this time we were travelling from the Parador of Olite to the Parador of Santo Domingo de la Calzada. The route It was 142 kms between the two towns but we managed … Continued
A few days in Olite
We came here from Pamplona and had a good time spending a few days in Olite. The Parador The Parador of Olite was the old palace. The staff were friendly and helpful, and it was comfortable. Our room overlooked the … Continued
A Visit to Estella (part 2)
We had fortified ourselves with coffee and now it was time to continue our visit to Estella. We climbed up to see the Church of San Miguel – exploring can be hard work at times! The Church of San Miguel … Continued
A Visit to Estella (part 1)
We decided on a visit to Estella from the Parador at Olite, and it was another wonderful day, filled with amazing sights. And it was sunny! One of the few such days we enjoyed during our time in Spain. A … Continued
Artajona, Tafalla, and Ujue
We made a day trip from Olite to Artajona, Tafalla, and Ujue, only 67 kms in total but another Wow! day. Artajona We had seen in the Museum of Navarre in Pamplona frescoes from the Church of San Saturnin in … Continued
The Castle/Palace in Olite
The complex of the Castle/Palace in Olite is an extraordinary sight, and part of the complex includes a church, and the Parador! You really need to visit the castle several times so this is just a taste of what can … Continued