The start of a short break. We should, normally, be having two months in Europe at this time, but, Kathleen's persistent health problems mean we cannot make it.
So, three days in the English Lake District will have to do. Nice place, but, a bit of a poor substitute for two months in France and/or Germany!
Approximately 90 uneventful miles, to Camping and Caravan Club, Windermere Site. (N54 21.656 W2 48.138).
No adverse reflection on the site, but, it is not "our kind of site", a bit too big, and, rather remote (particularly if you are in a Motorhome).
Coffee and an excellent fruit scone with jam, as a reward.
Wednesday 12th September 2018
Sunny with showers, mild
A substantial walk, almost two miles, to the nearest bus stop, or, to be precise, a place where the bus will, at the discretion of the driver, stop for you.
Since it is not an "official" bus stop, we have to guess at the arrival time, but, sure enough, a bus to Kendal does arrive and picks us up. It is not the service we were waiting for, but, who cares?
I recall visiting Kendal as a child, but, far too long ago to remember, either the place, or, quite why we went there!
Kendal is a rather interesting place to wander, lots of little courtyards etc, and, not too many shops, my kind of place.
Unfortunately, it is rather busy, and upsets Kathleen's equilibrium, so, it is a short visit.
Thursday 13th September 2018
Torrential overnight rain, followed by a cool and showery day
The original plan was to take the bus to Windermere. The windy, wet and cool day dampens Kathleen's enthusiasm somewhat.
After consulting Google Maps, I suggest a walk to the Sun Inn, Crook, for lunch (2 miles away along tarmac surface).
Failure, Sun Inn not open for lunch, despite what the website says.
We walk from the Sun Inn to Staveley, (2.5 miles) much grumbling. I Phone ahead to Eagle and Child, Staveley, to ensure they are open for lunch!
Moderately good lunch then walk back to the van, across the fields, get caught in rain shower.
Friday 14th September 2018
More rain overnight, and, still raining this morning.
An uneventful drive, to arrive home shortly after lunch time.
