Well, over the last three months I've done quite a bit of travelling to other towns in the UK, although sometimes I haven't been able to go into the towns themselves as I've gone for other reasons (like bowling matches)!
Did manage to get a look around Grantham, the birthplace of Margaret Thatcher and where Issac Newton went to school. Enjoyed looking around the museum, which was well laid out and had some interesting exhibits. Also had a brilliant art exhibition of cartooons from a cartoonist for the local paper. Since visiting, I have discovered that Grantham was home to the first public library - wish I'd gone in now, instead of passing by!
Was really excited when I went into the Fabric Warehouse - the shop seemed to keep on going back and back and back, with so much stock it was overwhelming! Had always meant to go to the one in Nottingham, but never got round to it so finding this one in Grantham was a real bonus!
Spent a very pleasant day in Lichfield and had a wonderful lunch in the Chapters. I probably go to Lichfield a couple of times a year, and it never fails to impress me, especially the cathedral, of which I am a friend (even though I don't manage to get to any events, as it really is a bit too far to go!)
Am looking forward to going to Boston (Lincs) sometime soon. Spent a brilliant afternoon in the indoor bowling rink, but going to Boston reminded me of the time I sang in the "Stump" with the Nottingham Choral Trust a few years ago.
Visited Melton Mowbray recently - another place that I always find up-lifting, and with musical connections (apart from the Rotary young musicians competition that we were attending)! Finished off with a trip to the farm shop which is always good!
More to come in a moment ...
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