Isle of Wight Part One

On our visit to the Isle of Wight, we based ourselves in Shanklin to explore the Needles, Ventnor Botanic Garden, Shanklin Chine and Carisbrooke Castle.
Visits including to Malaysia

On our visit to the Isle of Wight, we based ourselves in Shanklin to explore the Needles, Ventnor Botanic Garden, Shanklin Chine and Carisbrooke Castle.

On our visit to the Isle of Wight, we based ourselves in Shanklin to explore the Needles, Ventnor Botanic Garden, Shanklin Chine and Carisbrooke Castle.

On our visit to the Isle of Wight, we based ourselves in Shanklin to explore the Needles, Ventnor Botanic Garden, Shanklin Chine and Carisbrooke Castle.

Perched on top of the East Cliff overlooking the pier is the Russell Cotes Art Gallery and Museum. A kaleidoscope of colour, character and history.

Stowe Gardens - a grand folly. Stowe Gardens is a curious and vast park to visit. Over 245 acres with follies randomly situated over the undulating paths.

By chance I was able to go cruising along the River Thames in London. With the Springtime blue skies the light was crisp enough for some photography.

Visiting the Lake District is the opposite of a City Break – exploring the myriad of snaky lakes by car or foot with villages few and far between. Activities are focused on fell walking, Beatrix Potter and soaking up the serenity.

Visiting the Lake District is the opposite of a City Break – exploring the myriad of snaky lakes by car or foot with villages few and far between. Activities are focused on fell walking, Beatrix Potter and soaking up the serenity.

Visiting the Lake District is the opposite of a City Break – exploring the myriad of snaky lakes by car or foot with villages few and far between. Activities are focused on fell walking, Beatrix Potter and soaking up the serenity.

Visiting the Lake District is the opposite of a City Break – exploring the myriad of snaky lakes by car or foot with villages few and far between. Activities are focused on fell walking, Beatrix Potter and soaking up the serenity.