Journey journal
A few miles to start off on the Cloud Trail were just enough to meet lurcher Zoe and Frenchie Peggy, with Zoe going on to claim Dog of the Day for no other reason than being less camera shy.
Then a series of OK roads blossomed all of a sudden into the wonderful Bradgate Park where herds of fallow and red deer presented and I met teachers Jonquil and Steff watching their pupils bust a lung up Old John. Then at the house and chapel ruins, the volunteer team, including photographer Andre enthused about Lady Jane Grey.
Then it was on to Leicester to the cathedral via Highcross, a popular shopping and leisure destination.
At the cathedral, the Very Rev Canon Emma Davies came for a chat and then robed herself for selfies. She gave us a great shout on her socials.
Then I played king in the carpark before the slow route to Goadby, notable for being cowpatty.
Where I live and Quiz
Lady Jane enthusiast Andre set a question about Lady Jane!
Overnight stay:
Aaron Lodge in Leicester, a welcoming and comfortable B&B
Shopkeeping
Leicester Highcross Shopping Centre has had a few challenges, but it is looking good, and Leicester has a more vibrant feel than neighbouring cities.
The Natural World
The deer in Bradgate Park fulfilled the cliché majestic.The fallow were especially composed for my camera, the red herd more distant.
Friends old and new
Rev Canon Emma Davies.
Heroes and Villains
King Richard III, Lady Jane, gaoler Daniel Lambert and Thomas Cook all got look in. So did Rosmary Conley, John Merrick and the Attenboroughs
Photo of the day
Inside Lady Jane’s chapel or the fallow deer.
Events and Festivals
The Euros saw England hang in there for a semifinal spot
Inspiration
