Closer to London. Bath and Stone.

 Having had an eventful night at Bristol - we were woken at 12.30 as the fire alarm had gone off. Down three flights of stairs we left the building (in my PJ's) and gathered on the footpath.  We won't mention the very poor fire procedures that the hotel didn't follow. Anyway after an informal gathering in the middle of the night it was back to bed.

Off to Bath in the morning, just a short 30 minute drive away. Can safely say that Bristol is not a place we liked, it was a grungy place that held no particular charm.

Such a contrast to Bristol,  Bath has many
charming streets, large trees, narrow lanes, beautiful buildings and history dating back to the Romans. Our first visit was to the Roman Baths dating back 90AD. The mechanics, design, engineering and construction of the baths was beyond amazing. The Romans were so ahead of their time. The actual visit is fantastic you get an audio device that gives wonderful information and with the aid of technology that super imposes historical projections over the current relics it gives such a real life feel. Really enjoyed this experience. Plus there is more they are discovering. Worth a visit.

Right next door to the baths is this imposing grand cathedral. The stone work and stain glass window are something to be admired and respected.

Inside the Abbey

Looking left

Avon River looking right. 

So after walking and exploring the quaint streets and lanes, it was time to drive to Salisbury Plain to see an iconic historical landmark - Stonehenge.

While this picture looks like we were the only people in Britian visiting - let me tell you we were not.
It is an overpriced tourist location that sadly was a bit underwheling.

Castle Hotel Windsor

An hours drive and we are in our final hotel for the last two nights in Britian. The Castle Hotel Windsor. Just outside our hotel is Windsor Castle. Unfortunately Queen Elizabeth is not in residence but her castle is stunning. The Queen is currently in Scotland in her Balmoral castle.

Amazing to see such a well presented castle.

We are hoping to catch up with my niece Morgan tomorrow who is a paramedic just outside of London.

Ice cream for the children !!