We have indeed been blessed with glorious weather to enjoy what England does best.
Category: Housesitting in the UK
The Month of July in Somerset
What a glorious summer month it was to enjoy housesitting in a part of England that we had not previously stayed in for longer than an hour or two. This made our weeks in Clevedon, Somerset, relaxing and fun, with plenty of sunshine to explore its nooks and crannies. Then there was the main reason… Continue reading The Month of July in Somerset
The Smallest City in England – WELLS
In fact, our first stop was not far from there, approximately 11 miles, in a smallish village named Axbridge.
The Oddest Town in England – Glastonbury
On our arrival in Glastonbury, the first glimpse we had was not of the mysticism and eccentricity; it was of all the hanging baskets bursting with blooming flowers. They were a surprise and more than we had seen in other English towns. What a colourful and cheerful display. There were more surprises to come as… Continue reading The Oddest Town in England – Glastonbury
A Clevedon Coastal Walk
Let's face it, Clevedon is not all about a pier and Victorian buildings. Somerset is a county sometimes overlooked, though it certainly repaid our visit with a bucket load of glorious vistas. Its name is derived from a 'land of the summer people'. Somerset has heritage, myths and legends. Oh, did I mention the endless sunshine? Somerset… Continue reading A Clevedon Coastal Walk