As the autumnal equinox neared, I took a trip to the north east of England to visit some friends for a well-deserved break and while I was at it -I was desperate to spend a day exploring Whitby. I've spent quite some time there before, including trying to explore it's cobbled lanes in my wheelchair… Continue reading A Day in Whitby
Category: Unconventional Days Out
The Monsal Trail, The Peak District
Our last full day away was the Platty Jubes Friday and we chose to spend it on the Monsal Trail. The Trail is set on what used to be a train line, more specifically the train line was in the path of what was hoped to be a Manchester to London line in the 19th… Continue reading The Monsal Trail, The Peak District
Speedwell Cavern, Castleton & Glossop
As I mentioned in my first post on Chatsworth House, we took advantage of the fact that we had a wedding up country the weekend before the Platty Jubes and decided to set off for a camping trip straight from the wedding. A great idea in theory -a bit harder in reality when you're trying… Continue reading Speedwell Cavern, Castleton & Glossop
Highgate Cemetery | East Cemetery
Oof, I don't know where to start with this beautiful place - yes, yes I just used the word beautiful to describe a cemetery. You're thinking I must be mad, but give me chance to sway you. I should start at the beginning and in a way, explain myself. I've always been drawn to the… Continue reading Highgate Cemetery | East Cemetery