Well we finally decided a rest day was in order! (a surprise I know Shona!). Late start – inspected my cousin’s Eleanor’s garden and after a leisurely start travelled to a pub not too far away called the Soaring Eagle – lovely lunch had by all. It was fantastic food and great service at the Spread eagle. Shona got sacked rrom ordering the wine. She asked for Red wine and I don't know what they thought she said but they replied they didn't have any! She let the English cousins explain what the "kiwi" was saying!
Must get some of these pubs into NZ!
A short drive later and went for a walk through a small local forest – great flowers throughout. Also saw some Nodding Donkeys – oil machines from the war period.
After visiting a couple of other local villages we returned home for a rest before heading out for a walk to another local pub.
Once again a great place – and had the pleasure of a night cap with Irish Whiskies – carefully vetted by my Irish cousin Jeannette who was with us!
Next day saw us up and ready to travel and to say farewell to my cousins – one who I had met for the first time and one for the second time – hope to catch up with these neat people again (and the rest of their families who we are yet to meet). They were off to the Cotswolds while we headed East.
We then headed off and ended up in King’s Lynn – no sure what else was to see but circum-navigated the centre of the city twice before finding a park then wandered to the shops. I think this was because we have been with Eleanor. She believes you see more if you drive in circles!
Decided to head then to Sandringham (about 15 minutes away). Just before getting there saw a sign to a castle so went and had a look at an old castle (Keep) called Castle Rising. About three stories high and inside a dirt built moat – must have been impressive in its day.
SANDRINGHAM
Then a drive through Sandringham Park/Forest and a visit to see the Queen – but she wasn’t at home.
Toured the little of the inside you are allowed in, the museum on site and the grounds – very large and impressive.
We looked at our watch and as it was already 4 pm decided the coast of Norfolk would have to wait for another day and headed for Ely (about an hour’s drive). Pauline and Dave we rang Enid for a quick chat.
ELY
Our hotel is in a great place (Lamb Hotel) looking out our bedroom window you can see the top of the cathedral which is no more than 2 minutes walk from the front door of the hotel – impressive building – will explore it tomorrow.
Visited yet another pub for dinner – great meals (fish and salmon) for about 4 pound each ($8 NZ approx). Prices are generally very similar to NZ or in some cases cheaper – but go up rapidly if you dine at anything flasher.
Until tomorrow then - exploring Ely and maybe Cambridge - we shall see what the day brings.
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