Day Out In The Cotswolds

School started so central London is quite busy again from the early hours. Travelling between places takes longer as there are kids everywhere. They love to take the bus for just one stop or poke each other for a long while whilst crossing over.

Ginormous Yorkshire pudding on top of roast lamb served with potatoes, carrots and greens.

So I thought that there can’t be a better time to leave the big city behind and head to the countryside.

I packed a bag, the smaller and lighter the better, booked a cosy accommodation (there are tons of special offers to chose from right now!) and off to the station.

I got off at Moreton-in-Marsh which is a great starting point for many picturesque walks in the heart of the Cotswolds here in England.

Once you’ve been to the popular and too crowded Bourton-on-the-Water known as the Venice of the Cotswolds you’d rather enjoy the lesser known smaller villages featuring traditional architecture.

I find equally charming the cute bungalows and the million pound estates where, as expected, herds of deer roam freely till they become the Sunday dinner.

I spotted a gorgeous wild muntjac right outside which was barely bothered by my presence. Then I nearly stepped on a dead mole but such is life.

The Black Bear Inn in town serves fantastic food at unbeatable prices.

I honestly came here with the intention of trying the local beers but ended up having a pint of cider.

Don’t forget to take this kind of photo with one of the bear statues. I’m not sure who started this but I do find it fun. The customers then post the photos online including on the Black Bear’s TripAdvisor page.

Maybe this is a way of getting a free pint at the bar? I should have asked really but there is always next time.

There’s always another pub too and more drinks. Here, at The Bell I got a cask ale from the area this time.

If you haven’t tried a henry which is lemonade, orange juice and lots of ice (at least it’s called that in this part of the country), I totally recommend it after one of those walks exceeding 35k steps. Cheers!

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