Category Archives: Travel

Beware of the cat, enjoy the beer

Thursday. On our last night in Higham Ferrers we take Muriel to Rushden Railway Station – but not to catch a train. We are joined there by Richard and Sarah Lovett to have a drink. Long disused, the station is … Continue reading

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Ant and the Cotswolds

We went to visit friend Anthony Knights in his picturesque cottage near Evesham. Jan shares many old friends with Ant and they spend a fair bit of time catching up. I share interests, including model aircraft, fishing and golf, so … Continue reading

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Dining with friends

We spent a lovely evening with Richard and Sarah and Bob and Julie at the Griffin in Higham Ferrers. The company was excellent, and most of the food was good! They messed up Richard’s order, but at the end of … Continue reading

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Down the pub with the lads

Thursday evening Julie and Bob picked me up in Julie’s new car (Peugeot) and took me to the Lilacs pub at Laverton. Richard Lovett and Mike Sanders turned up and we decided to have a few beers. High quality real … Continue reading

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Subway sardines

Saturday. Last day in New York. Breakfast in the diner, pack the bag, check out and leave the bag at the hotel. It’s pleasantly warm and sunny. We set off walking to the United Nations building which is on our … Continue reading

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