Visiting Castle Lavender Farm from London
From mid-June to mid-August, lavender season is upon us, and not just in the south of France. There are amazingly … Read More “Visiting Castle Lavender Farm from London”
From mid-June to mid-August, lavender season is upon us, and not just in the south of France. There are amazingly … Read More “Visiting Castle Lavender Farm from London”
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In those weeks when a never-ending heatwave settled over most of Europe, my husband and I were busy moving flat. … Read More “Visiting Mayfield Lavender – a day trip from London”
Visiting Hatfield House has been on my list of day trips from London for a long time. The peaceful park … Read More “Hatfield House: a perfect day trip from London”
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