Showing posts with label views. Show all posts
Showing posts with label views. Show all posts

Monday, 11 April 2022

Edinburgh Castle

Hi Everyone,

We went to Edinburgh Castle on the most gloriously sunny day, there wasn't a cloud in the sky and and it felt like we were abroad. We definitely hit the weather jackpot.

The amazing benefit of this lovely weather was that the views from the castle which are always very spectacular were just breathtakingly beautiful. We could see for miles. The castle has various vantage points so you are able to get full 360 degree views and we really enjoyed this, we spent a lot of time just looking out and seeing what places etc we could spot. It's worth visiting just for the views.

There is a whole host more to enjoy at the castle, and all are areas are so well kept and preserved, it was fascinating exploring it all. The areas include The Great Hall,
St Margaret’s Chapel, Mons Meg
One o’Clock Gun (well worth watching this, it's very impressive), Palace Apartments,
Prisons of War exhibition,
Honours of Scotland (Crown Jewels & Stone of Destiny),
Scottish National War Memorial,
National War Museum, The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum along with a lovely tea room and shops.

We had a lovely few hours at Edinburgh Castle and it definitely enhanced our trip.

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Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Souter Lighthouse Bike Ride

Hi Everyone,

We have always enjoyed a bike ride, perfect for a few hours of fresh air and is completely free. One of our favourite routes is along the coast, up to Souter Lighthouse and then onto Whitburn, it's such a picturesque route and it's pretty much a straight route with only a few small crossings to negotiate, so it's ideal for kids.

There are lots of lovely cycle routes in South Tyneside, which you can find in the link below from visit South Tyneside.

 https://www.visitsouthtyneside.co.uk/article/63004/Cycling