Marc’s birthday lunch
Sunday 31st August 2014 This afternoon we invited Marc over to celebrate his birthday. Unfortunately James could not make it, so that meant an extra portion of food & cake for the birthday boy !
Kew Gardens & Thames Cruise
Saturday 21st June 2014
Today Gina & I visited Kew Gardens, via a cruise on the River Thames, from Westminster Pier, central London.
We started off by sailing past the Houses of Parliament, and later Lambeth, Putney, Chiswick and many other places of interest.
Kew Gardens was only about 1/2 mile from the Pier at Kew, where our boat docked.
After a quick lunch, we walked around the extensive grounds, visiting briefly the glass houses – it was a very hot day!
We then took advantage of an open sided land train, as there is simply too much to see in one day by walking.
Next, a nice cup of tea with one of the locals….
Then at the end of the afternoon, back by boat to Westminster Pier, and a walk across the bridge to the South Bank. We finished off a lovely day out with a nice evening meal, outside a restaurant overlooking the River Thames.
Visit to Blenheim Palace
Sunday 15th June 2014
This afternoon, Gina and I took advantage of our yearly passes to revisit Blenheim Palace, nearby to Oxford.
After a quick lunch, we were treated to a rather splendid performance of First World War songs by the “Tonic Choir”, sang to everyone just in front of the palace.
Afterwards we went for a long walk in the lovely grounds, ending up by a small waterfall.
A really great day out. Not much sun, but ideal walking weather.
Visit to Henley
Sunday 27th May 2014
This afternoon, taking advantage of a break in the recent rain, we spent a very nice time at Henley-on-Thames.
We were able to walk all the way to Marsh Lock, then back for tea, and finally onto the area where the famous regatta is soon to be held.
Visit to Kensington Palace
Saturday 19th April 2014
Today Gina and I visited one of the “Glorious Georges” exhibition, held at Kensington Palace, London. The story of the four Georges (I to IV) is currently being exhibited over three different royal palaces, with the one we attended dedicated to George II (1727-60); who at the age of 60, was the last British sovereign to fight alongside his soldiers, against the French, at the Battle of Dettingen, Germany in 1743.
The exhibition, though centred around both George II and his wife, Queen Charlotte, also included a history of the palace, brought to prominence by the dual monarchy of King William and Queen Mary. There was also a special display of royal dresses, ranging from Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret and Diana, Princess of Wales.
Susan Goldbart – 70th birthday party
This afternoon Gina and I joined many members from my Mother’s family, in wishing our cousin Susan a most happy, healthy & enjoyable 70th birthday.
We all had a wonderful time, the weather was glorious and there was lots of news to catch up with.
Jonathan’s birthday party
Saturday 8th February 2014
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