A couple of days ago we visited Kate's sister at Harbottle. It's an enchanting village, quite remote at the upper end of Coquetdale, where spring flowers are still to be found in full bloom at the end of May. I've never seen clematis look so enchanting. The air was full of their delicate blossom and... Continue Reading →
Family gathering at Warton Farm
Sunshine, blue skies and a holiday weekend meant that we all enjoyed a great time on Sunday having a big family get together around the fire at Warton. I even managed to get out and about after a rough few days with food poisoning. Thanks very much to everyone involved for the wonderful food and drinks... Continue Reading →
Misty Coquetdale: Lady’s Well, Cragside and Windy Gyle
Coquetdale is rich in history, ancient and modern, and has lots of natural splendour: all of which we have experienced this last three days with Jeannie. It has been rather misty, damp and decidedly cool at times but we have had excellent walks nevertheless: at Lady's Well (with Jackie, Angus and Izzie ... plus dogs), Cragside... Continue Reading →