Hopefully a weekend that will inspire future trips to the Cotswolds...

I have been in the Cotswolds over the weekend, due to attending a family wedding in the quiet town of Minchinhampton.  My wife and I have also used the occasion to explore an area we have never explored together previously.

I can confirm we both would like to visit this wonderful corner of England at some point again.  We have seen a few various attractions signposted from the road which will have to wait for a future visit.

As for this weekend, we took a look around Stow-On-The-Wold and Moreton-In-Marsh.  I had previously visited Moreton-In-Marsh as a child over 30 years ago.

STOW-ON-THE-WOLD

MORETON-IN-MARSH

A lovely weekend around Derwentwater and Keswick

I have just enjoyed a lovely weekend experiencing the lake of Derwentwater in the English Lake District, as well as the principal town on the lake's shore, Keswick.

I had the pleasures of walking a part of the circular walk around the lake, a failed attempt at canoeing, watching the World Cup in a couple of the town's pubs, and a magnificent barbecue on the shore.

I will now share a selection of the views I enjoyed.

Why I love the English Lake District!

Sometimes words aren't the best means of expression!

The walk between Ambleside and Grasmere takes in views of two of Lakeland's smaller lakes, Rydal Water and Grasmere.

Coniston Water is so tranquil.

And Ullswater is the Lake District's most beautiful lake!