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We got back to our home in Bengaluru on the 15th after an eight-day tour of the UK. I gave up the idea of posting updates while on the trip for several reasons.
One, each day was so hectic that I had very little time to open the Blogger app and put up posts. I was keeping a rough daily diary, though.
Two, we were walking a lot, nearly 8 to 10 km (5 to 7 miles) each day. We discovered that by chance when we looked at the Google Fit app on the phone! I used to be so tired, and posting updates was the last thing on my mind!
Three, the Blogger app for Android is not among the best. The photos have to be horizontal because vertical photos turn 90 degrees and appear horizontally! Also, there is no way of giving captions and hyperlinks.
I will write about the trip and post photos (and short videos, too) in the coming days and weeks.
The tour (a long-pending one) was exciting, enjoyable, and educative. I learned a lot about many places, monuments, and historical events. I hope to share some of them here.
The previous two posts (Departure and Dockwray Square, Tynemouth) have been updated after fixing a few typos and adding more photos.
June 07, Friday
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| Off to Cresswell |
On the way, we could see so many wind turbines. I was told that there has been a significant investment in wind power research and development in Northumberland, especially near Blyth.
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| Wind turbines |
In addition to the beach, parks, and birdwatching centres, the Cresswell Pele Tower is one of the main attractions.
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| The entrance to Cresswell Pele Tower premises |
The three-storey Cresswell Pele Tower, also known as the Cresswell Castle, was constructed in the 14th century by the Cresswell family. There are around 175 such structures in Northumberland. Many of them have succumbed to the vagaries of nature over time or are in a very bad state. This is one of the best-preserved peels in Northumberland.
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| Cresswell Pele Tower |
In addition to its natural beauty and historical significance, the Cresswell village and its surroundings offer several other attractions and activities.
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| The beach at Cresswell |
There is also the Cresswell Ices, a family-run ice cream parlour that has been serving delicious homemade ice cream for generations.
There is also in the nearby town of Morpeth a range of historical sites, including the remains of Morpeth Castle and the gardens of Carlisle Park.
Alas, there is only so much one can see in a day. We had to give all these a miss.
Here is a 1m 42s video that was shot near the Cresswell beach, showing the surrounding areas. There was a very strong breeze, and my apologies for its sound in the video. Since there is no voiceover, you may watch it on mute.
After a good look at the Cresswell Pele Towers and some time on the beach, we headed to Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum in Alnwick, about a half-hour drive north of Cresswell.
I will write about that in the next post.
This post continues:
UK Tour 04 - Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Hari OM
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful... and to think, had I not been struck down with the lurgy, I could have been joining you here, as my friend lives a little between Morpeth and Alnwick! As it was, The Grey had to attend its appointment with the dealer on the 7th. Sigh... I am so glad you got to see so much, though, and that Henry didn't let you linger! YAM xx
Hi Yamini - Both of us had our constraints or else surely we could have met up. I am sure there willl be another time.
DeleteThere was so much to see in all places that we went. So we had to prioritize. Even if I were to stay longer, there would have been many things that I would not have been able to see.
We all know how screwed up Blogger has been lately, so it's not all on Android. Some fascinating sights there. Too bad you didn't have more time to spend!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi Darla - Thank you.
DeleteI completely understand. It's a lot to try to blog about a trip while you're on the trip. Better to talk about it after, when you have the time and energy to devote to blogging.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a lovely area with a not so lovely history.
Hi Pradeep - I loved hearing the wind sound - atmospheric ... though no doubt cold on the east coast. What a lovely little part of the world - I didn't know about that Pele tower. Cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteI agree about the wind. :D Thank you for sharing this amazing adventure. Be well!
DeleteThank you, Hilary. It was indeed quite cold. I was told that it was colder than usual for early June.
DeleteThank you, Darla :-)
DeleteI never live blog a trip, I choose to submerse myself in my surroundings and write about it when I return home.
ReplyDeleteI carry a notebook with me and jot down notes about my daily experience.
Hi CherriyPie - Yes, I too found that's better.
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