Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester Cathedral is a delight. It’s nestled in the town with access to cafes and other shops. It hosts a storied history. It’s quite amazing.
Gloucester Cathedral Read More »
Dore Abbey
Dore Abbey was a delightful, off grid, pas by on the way back from Oxford one day. Was worth the effort. I have yet to try the excellent looking Cafe down the road.
Tewkesbury Abbey
Tewkesbury Abbey is a gem. It’s accesible, in a lovely area and has some wonderful viewpoints in and out.
Great Malvern Priory
Great Malvern is one of those gems you find when you’re not looking. We happened to be driving past and voila, there it was. It’s a great building, friendly people. On April 5, 2025 there was an arts fair outside and they had a cafe in theknave. Just like back in the 11 centurt, albeit
Great Malvern Priory Read More »
Downside Abbey
Downside Abbey was another delightful, off grid, pass by on the way back from Oxford one day.
Buckfast Abbey
Buckfast Abbey was recommended to me by a work colleague. Was not the best day and there was a service on that “forced” me to get a cup of tea and a cake from the cafe. What a horror.. haha
Bath Abbey
Bath Abbey, always a pleasure to visit it and the surrounding area. Lots of excellent places for a cuppa, some scones and gorgeous views. I’ve dropped a few pics from around the area rather than make a seperate post for them, you get the idea.
St Pierre Cathedral – Geneva
I really looked forwatd to getting to this Cathedral for a good explore. It was way more austere than a typical Protestant Cathedral in the UK, but it’s origins were not from any reformation per se, so the Catholic overtones are not present. It didn’t feel used, but the ticket man assured me it was.
St Pierre Cathedral – Geneva Read More »