Hubby and I have been living at Blenheim Lodge now for the last 10.5 years. And do you know, despite the fact that the road we are located on being called Brantfell Road, it never occurred to me until a … Read More
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So quiet, so peaceful . . . I am nodding off
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
Amazing views
Bowness basked in sunshine today, and as I sat in front of our lounge windows, I could not help but notice how blue Windermere’s waters were. It was a deep uncompromising blue much like the colour of the Lake seen … Read More
Adventures in the Lake District
Now that Spring has officially arrived, I thought it might be a good time to write about some of the adventures that one can enjoy in the Lake District. Not all adventures need to risk life and limb, so here … Read More
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 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
A successful family get together
A couple of days ago I wrote about a large family occasion where a birthday boy was about to turn 90 years of age. Fourteen people of varying ages arrived over the weekend, and stayed in nine of our bedrooms … 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
Contrasting images of Lake Windermere
The Lake District looks beautiful in all seasons. At least, that is my perception; although I must admit that perhaps the reason why I have such a predisposition for the Lakes is due to the fact that my family and … Read More
A clear day
I woke up today expecting rain, but was pleasantly surprised. Outside, bright blue skies beckoned, and the air was still. Not a breath of wind stirred the tiniest leaf. It’s days like these that make the colder months of the … Read More
Classic car shows
I watched ‘Flog It!’ today on location at the Coventry Transport Museum, which made me think about the annual classic car shows and rallies in the Lake District. Working and living in a Bed and Breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere, we often … Read More