A Month in the UK (mostly Scotland)

How much stuff do we need for a month in Scotland? A lot! But less than you think when you realize that the rectangular bag to my right is mostly full of - bicycle! 

 

This year, we're planning to rent a car in London and drive to Scotland, stopping to see stuff along the way. 

Our first stop was at the Nene Valley Railway, an old train station that is being restored by enthusiasts. Saturday was a big day at Nene, with short trips in a restored train pulled by Thomas, rides on the miniature (5" gauge) railway, and lots of other rail stuff to see. 

Tadcaster

The first day we made it to Tadcaster, near York and settled into our adorable airbnb, an apartment converted from an old barn. Tadcaster dates from Roman times, when it was resting place for travelers going from Londinium to York. It also had one of the only river crossings for miles, a big deal in those days. It's a tiny place now, but we enjoyed walking along the river and seeing the old buildings. Supposedly, it was in The Ark (see below) that the Puritans hatched the plan to migrate to the United States. 

Old bridge - though not original. 

New bridge. They've had a lot of flooding this year. 

Old stable straight ahead where we stayed. 

The part of The Ark that has survived. 

Churchyard with fantastic bells ringing.