As stunningly breathtaking as ever.

We received a delightful e-mail from one guests just the other day:

Just to say thank you once more for a lovely stay – the room was great, the shower was awesome and we really enjoyed our conversation with you. Oh yes, and the breakfast was amazing.

We took advantage of the good weather and walked through our local wood, Robins Wood, about 400 yards from us. The bluebells are now in full flower and we thought we would share a picture of our dog Lettie on one of the paths:

We chose the perfect time to visit Hole Park Gardens-Late afternoon, the sun was casting long shadows on the vibrant green grass.

The bluebells and wild garlic along the woodland walkwere breathtaking.

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We have a few photographs taken from some of our walks in the local area. We have pictures from Hastings Country Park, a walk around Lamberhurst, a stroll around Sissinghurst Estate where the volunteers made us tea on an open fire, and a Christmas walk with the family in Robins Wood , which is just across the road from our home.

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We had a visit from old friends from South Africa, who we had not seen for 23 years. Andy and Graham had started Primary School together more than 60 years ago and we took the opportunity of their visit to show them another local attraction, Bodiam Castle. We enjoy taking our dog, Lettie for walks around the castle, but she is disappointed about not being allowed inside!

We applied on the ballot for this years Kent Big Day Out event and were fortunate to get our preferred venue, Finchcocks Musical Museum just outside Goudhurst. Due to a prior engagement for lunch we only made the second half of a most enjoyable afternoon, starting off with a cream tea in the cellar restaurant. We then spent time looking at the collection of over 100 historical keyboard instruments and some of their collection of photographs and prints.

We then assembled for a memorable musical recital  by Richard Burnett, Gary and Alastair.

A selection of our photographs:

The recital concluded  by Finchcocks curator Alastair Laurence entertaining us with two pieces including Springdance from Bergen.

Please include Finchcocks in your itinary when visiting Kent- opening times are on their website:

www.finchcocks.co.uk