I had always been one of those people who cannot easily fall asleep sitting upright, or even lazing on a couch. I generally need a nice comfy bed in order to fall gently into the land of slumber. However, since … Read More
B&B guests
So nice to hear from you
What a nice surprise I received this evening when I picked up the telephone. Sarah, one of our former guests, had rung from London just to have a chat. The last time I heard from Sarah was in 2012, when … Read More
Some panoramic views of the Lake District
The English Lake District has some of the best scenery in the world. Like all areas of habitation, there are homes and buildings from which there are great views. Being elevated on a small fell, Blenheim Lodge is one of … Read More
Some walks near Blenheim Lodge
The English Lake District is known for its innumerable places to walk. Always, there is beautiful countryside to explore and even more spectacular views to take in. From scenery that encompasses lakes and mountains to quaint villages and hamlets where … Read More
Pretty Lakeland force becks
The Lake District, home of numerous lakes, is naturally also fed by myriad rivers and becks. Some of the latter look very picturesque indeed, and would make ideal postcard pictures. Many becks precede or act as receptacles for waterfalls or … Read More
Picture windows on Lake Windermere
I kept thinking today of the phrase, ‘picture windows on the world’. Then, I thought, ‘Why not share picture windows on Lake Windermere instead?’ So, here are some photos of Lake Windermere taken from our guest house, Blenheim Lodge. I … Read More
Family occasions
This weekend will see us hosting a large family party for a birthday boy of some 90 years. There will be their kids and grandkids, in-laws and out-laws (only joking). There will be a large birthday cake and candles, a … Read More
A golden anniversary
‘Ring, ring. Ring, ring. Ring, ring.’ The telephone shrilled loudly, calling my attention to its summons as I was having my quiet time. I picked up the phone, and a nice-sounding lady asked whether we could help with arranging a … Read More
Bowness-on-Windermere and Windermere
I wonder sometimes about the number of similar or identical names that are given to towns, cities, villages and hamlets in one country, not to mention many countries in the world. For example, a search for ‘Windermere’ will not only … Read More
Lake District wonders
The Lake District is such a special place because of how it looks and what it symbolises. When one thinks of the Lake District, the image is one of outstanding physical beauty and peaceful serenity. The Lake District is still … Read More
Salute to Lakeland’s sheep
I saw a wonderful photo of some Lakeland sheep, which has inspired today’s post. Keith Twentyman of Cumbria’s National Farmers Union says, ‘A lot of people, particularly visitors, think the Lake District is natural. It isn’t. It is a managed … Read More