Before you climb that World Heritage Belfry, you must first pass the scrutiny of this strange looking bunch of folk…. The history of these giants goes way back to the 16th century, when apparently most towns in this area (and more than likely beyond!) had their own Giant families that they took to events (like […]
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Thank You!
Now that I have lured you here under false pretences with these fabulous French cakes… Yesterday I found out that I have been short-listed for a BritMums BiB award for my Travel writing… to say I am chuffed would be an understatement (especially as I am a MADS finalist as well!). So these cakes are for […]
Around Arras
Just one hours drive south of Calais lies Arras. We first visited with my Brother and Sister in Law many moons ago, when we were “pre-enfants” (and when the only emergency stop necessary en route wasn’t for the toilet, but at Carrefour to stock up on wine to take back!)!… We spent that golden Autumn weekend […]
A Walk Through Winchester
Each time we go home, we divide our time between friends and family, usually both in London and Hampshire… This time we spent the first half in London relaxing in unexpected sunshine, catching up, appreciating and reintroducing the Small People to once loved places (and English food stuffs!), and all the while patching up those all […]
British Blues
There’s a little corner of my green and pleasant land that’s a completely different shade at the moment… It’s easy to see this spectacle for yourself too – just find some woodland, follow the sweet and heady perfume (which is a good indicator that you have found the ancient native species by the way- the […]