6 Weeks to Christmas
This autumn feels like it has gone in the blink of an eye, after such a long, hot summer which extended well into October. I got a bit of a shock when I looked at my diary and saw that…
The Start of Autumn
It has been full on since our last publication, September is always a busy month after the summer months. Personally, I think this is one of the best months to visit London, new exhibitions are up and running, the days…
Homemade, Handmade
T’is the month that I start to make enough chutney, jams and marmalades and rum rich fruit cakes to last me to Christmas and beyond. October is the month that I start to spread the cost of Christmas over the…
Autumn Changes
It's that time of year when I start to make small changes in Parklands! The main holidays are over for most and the business travellers are starting to book last minute accommodation. Having had families and couples for the past…
Friday 11th September
On the Monday I had an earlier start than planned, as one of my guest’s was anxious as it was his first day in his new job. He was up at 6am instead of 7am and was down for breakfast…