In a weeks time I will be on my walk along the South Downs Way and I am still fussing about trying to get the correct balance between the items…
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Pepperbox Hill and the Borbach Chantry from Pitton
In a few weeks time I am off to walk the South Downs Way, staying in bed and breakfast but carrying all my kit in a rucksack. We have been…
Read MoreWalking the Clarendon Way
For a number of years I have considered walking the Clarendon Way, the 27-mile walk between the cathedrals of Salisbury and Winchester. I am not sure what has stopped me,…
Read MoreA Thirteen Mile Circular Walk from the Silver Plough
We have been at home for almost two weeks and I have cut the grass (several times) and done other chores, although Lynnie insists there are more to do, but…
Read MoreA Visit to Stourhead Gardens
We have been home for just over two weeks and I am itching to get away again in the caravan. Last weekend I looked at the forecast for the South…
Read MoreHow Many?
Yesterday saw us complete the long journey from Settle to Pitton. I have travelled the route numerous times, but with a caravan, roadworks and the odd section of heavy traffic…
Read MoreJust Like Old Times
Many years ago one of my best muckers emigrated to New Zealand. Mazza was a near neighbour in the village and was very much part of the village social scene.…
Read MoreCatching Up
After our months of travel we are going to have a few days back in Pitton. Our final day on the road and it is time to sort a few…
Read MoreThree Churches and a Pepperbox
I spent much of yesterday in the car driving to Gatwick airport to drop our son Ben off on the next stage of his world travels. He has recently returned…
Read MoreBentley Wood
After a few days in Taunton we have returned to Pitton for just over a week to catch up with family and friends. Our visit coincides with Saints’ last home…
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