On Sunday we walked about 2 miles to the quaint village of Grantchester. It is a small village with some interesting characteristics. We found thatched houses and a neat church. We also saw the Byron Lodge B&B!
We initially went on the walk to visit "The Orchard." This is an outside tea room frequented by some famous people, among them were the poet, Rupert Brooke and author Virginia Woolf. It is very quaint and old fashion with the lounge-type chairs and small tables under a grove of trees. It was a warm, sunny day when we were there so it was crowded and somewhat lost its quaintness. We also decided not to spend nearly $15 for two scones & two cups of tea. Perhaps another day...
Unfortunately, we didn't take any pictures at The Orchard. There are some great pictures and some interesting historical tidbits on their website at: http://www.orchard-grantchester.com/
Below are some pictures we did taken in Grantchester.
A smaller terrace house with a thatched roof.
A closer view of another house with a thatched roof...notice how the thatch hangs over the top of the window.
The Red Lion Pub, which also has a thatched roof.
Here is one of the signs for the Byron Lodge B&B. It has a thatched roof as well.
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The Byron Lodge B&B in Grantchester.
2 comments:
I just finished a British book that mentioned a home with a thatched roof (and how messy it was???) Anyway, you are providing photos for my reading experience! ha Looks like you are having a great time.
Jill
John & Lori
I have to tell you, you guys take great pictures! I saw a lot of pictures from England and France (My son was over there 3 years ago) but they are not as good as the ones you have taken. Great memories for you!
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