On Glenys's birthday day we all travelled on a return journey from Redmire to Bedale on the Wensleydale Railway, spending some time in Bedale at the playground.
https://www.wensleydalerail.com
Monday, 29 April 2019
Sunday, 28 April 2019
Saturday 27th April
As part of Glenys's birthday weekend we visited The Forbidden Corner near Leyburn. The weather was not particularly kind but we all enjoyed an unusual day out.
https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk
As part of Glenys's birthday weekend we visited The Forbidden Corner near Leyburn. The weather was not particularly kind but we all enjoyed an unusual day out.
https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk
Thursday, 25 April 2019
Tuesday, 23 April 2019
Tuesday 23rd April
We thought that we had explored most of Nidd Gorge but we have never walked so far upriver. It is absolutely lovely. The path is generally near the river with several sandy banks complete with fallen trees to sit on while watching the young trout and listening to the flowing water.
We thought that we had explored most of Nidd Gorge but we have never walked so far upriver. It is absolutely lovely. The path is generally near the river with several sandy banks complete with fallen trees to sit on while watching the young trout and listening to the flowing water.
Friday, 19 April 2019
Friday 19th April
From Spofforth Castle, taking the footpath that cuts the golf course in half, we followed the route along a farm track to the brow of the low hills. At the top the view was excellent and the welcome breeze carried the scent of the oilseed rape. We hadn't realised that it is so sweet.
From Spofforth Castle, taking the footpath that cuts the golf course in half, we followed the route along a farm track to the brow of the low hills. At the top the view was excellent and the welcome breeze carried the scent of the oilseed rape. We hadn't realised that it is so sweet.
Thursday, 4 April 2019
Thursday 4th April
The wind was blowing from the land this morning enabling this hang glider pilot was able to fly up and down the beach several times.
Twenty miles inland we stopped at Burton Agnes Hall. It was commissioned in 1598 and is still lived in by the same family.
The entrance hall is full of very fine intricate carving which relates to the Bible or morals.
The White Drawing Room is bright, stylish and full of fine paintings and furniture. Many Impressionist paintings were bought by the family before they became expensive. Most hung where they can be studied closely with no glass or rail to obstruct close scrutiny.
The formal front garden features a revolving fountain which is mesmerising.
The top floor of the house has been opened up for its full length and turned into a superb art gallery.
The views from here are extensive.
The Elizabethan Walled Garden is divided into specialist areas and features herbs, fruit and vegetables as well several thousand plants, a maze and a selection of giant games.
The wind was blowing from the land this morning enabling this hang glider pilot was able to fly up and down the beach several times.
Twenty miles inland we stopped at Burton Agnes Hall. It was commissioned in 1598 and is still lived in by the same family.
The entrance hall is full of very fine intricate carving which relates to the Bible or morals.
The White Drawing Room is bright, stylish and full of fine paintings and furniture. Many Impressionist paintings were bought by the family before they became expensive. Most hung where they can be studied closely with no glass or rail to obstruct close scrutiny.
The formal front garden features a revolving fountain which is mesmerising.
The top floor of the house has been opened up for its full length and turned into a superb art gallery.
The views from here are extensive.
The Elizabethan Walled Garden is divided into specialist areas and features herbs, fruit and vegetables as well several thousand plants, a maze and a selection of giant games.
Wednesday, 3 April 2019
Wednesday 3rd April
Low tide was at 10.40am so a perfect morning to explore the beach.
After lunch we walked around the harbour.
Later we drove to Flamborough Head for a clifftop walk that starts at the modern lighthouse ( built in 1806 ).
The crowds of guillemots on the ledges were amazing. The sea was also full of birds. It's good to see masses of wildlife looking healthy.
The gulls had their separate sections.
This beacon light tower dates from the 1660s and stands further back from the cliffs at Flamborough. It is the only known example in England.
Low tide was at 10.40am so a perfect morning to explore the beach.
After lunch we walked around the harbour.
Later we drove to Flamborough Head for a clifftop walk that starts at the modern lighthouse ( built in 1806 ).
The crowds of guillemots on the ledges were amazing. The sea was also full of birds. It's good to see masses of wildlife looking healthy.
The gulls had their separate sections.
This beacon light tower dates from the 1660s and stands further back from the cliffs at Flamborough. It is the only known example in England.
Tuesday, 2 April 2019
Tuesday 2nd April
Low tide was at 10am this morning. The fairground looked deserted but the rides were being worked on in preparation for Easter.
This statue of someone knitting a fisherman's jumper marks the entrance to the harbour walls.
The working side of the harbour seemed busy with large vans and orange crates being moved. This is one of the most successful ports for shellfish, lobster & crab catches in the UK.
At the opposite end of South Beach low tide uncovered masses of chalk stones eroded from the cliff.
Bridlington Priory was one the largest and wealthiest in Yorkshire. It was founded in 1113 but only the nave was left standing after 1537. I wonder what was once on the site of these extensive allotments.
We could not enter this impressive building today because a new sound system is being installed.
The Bayle was built as the entrance to the Priory in 1388 and borders a large green and several roads where markets were originally held.
Inside is an interesting local museum with themed rooms as you climb up one tower and down the other side. The top chamber was a courthouse. It is an impressive room full on 'Mouseman' furniture.
As we walked the mile and a half here we had remarked on the variety of houses and that several looked like 'Bayko' houses.
The local road went through the arch until a lorry became jammed and a diversion was built with gates installed to protect the structure.
Crossing the road brought us to the High Street. It is full of varied and very old buildings making it a popular film location. It featured as Walmington-on-Sea in the Dad's army film.
These are the oldest houses with Medieval stones in the lowest walls. Rain meant that the street was quiet for good views but drops on the camera lens were unavoidable.
This shop has its Georgian front with the original brass rails to hold in the glass but unfortunately it is empty at present.
The tide was high as we walked back along the promenade. We watched these fishermen for a while and saw a small flatfish being caught and released. Not big enough for a fish supper yet.
Low tide was at 10am this morning. The fairground looked deserted but the rides were being worked on in preparation for Easter.
This statue of someone knitting a fisherman's jumper marks the entrance to the harbour walls.
The working side of the harbour seemed busy with large vans and orange crates being moved. This is one of the most successful ports for shellfish, lobster & crab catches in the UK.
At the opposite end of South Beach low tide uncovered masses of chalk stones eroded from the cliff.
Bridlington Priory was one the largest and wealthiest in Yorkshire. It was founded in 1113 but only the nave was left standing after 1537. I wonder what was once on the site of these extensive allotments.
We could not enter this impressive building today because a new sound system is being installed.
The Bayle was built as the entrance to the Priory in 1388 and borders a large green and several roads where markets were originally held.
Inside is an interesting local museum with themed rooms as you climb up one tower and down the other side. The top chamber was a courthouse. It is an impressive room full on 'Mouseman' furniture.
As we walked the mile and a half here we had remarked on the variety of houses and that several looked like 'Bayko' houses.
The local road went through the arch until a lorry became jammed and a diversion was built with gates installed to protect the structure.
Crossing the road brought us to the High Street. It is full of varied and very old buildings making it a popular film location. It featured as Walmington-on-Sea in the Dad's army film.
These are the oldest houses with Medieval stones in the lowest walls. Rain meant that the street was quiet for good views but drops on the camera lens were unavoidable.
This shop has its Georgian front with the original brass rails to hold in the glass but unfortunately it is empty at present.
The tide was high as we walked back along the promenade. We watched these fishermen for a while and saw a small flatfish being caught and released. Not big enough for a fish supper yet.
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