Author: aloysius-bear

Cotswolds 15, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. This is the back of the Court Barns, which now houses a really nice little museum focusing on local arts and crafts. The curator was very attentive, but complained about the Landmark Trust taking control of the other buildings on the site and forcing the museum to board up…

Cotswolds 16, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. A much clearer view of St James’ Church.

Cotswolds 17, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. This is the North Lodge, where one of our party stayed in a bijou apartment, consisting of a bathroom, bedroom, and incredibly steep and narrow spiral staircase.

Cotswolds 18, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. This photo didn’t come out quite as well as I had hoped, but I’ve still included it because it shows the lovely view from the East Banqueting House lounge, directly across to the West Banqueting House. The odd thing about this picture is that there are no sheep in…

Amberley 1, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. Last weekend, the whole family took a trip to Amberley Working Museum. My human drove for a change, with me keeping a close eye along the way.

Amberley 2, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. There was a fascinating Linotype machine, which Andy the compositor demonstrated at length.

Amberley 6, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. Lunch was provided by a riverside eatery that served fantastic teas…

Amberley 3, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. There were enthusiasic Morris dancers!

Amberley 5, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. …and a very civilised pavilion for our party – though it was a little windy.

Amberley 4, originally uploaded by Aloysius_Flyte. …a lovely view of the river…