Oct 12, 2010

Sunny but Cool in Derbyshire

During the last two day we have been out-and-about in Derbyshire; Hathersage on Sunday and Bakewell on Monday. The local bus service provided excellent transport; it still puzzles me why most folk don't use public transport instead of driving ...

Weather-wise we had two lovely days; each stated with cold and misty condition which cleared to sunny afternoons. Typical autumn weather for England; the sort that encourages wearing fleecy cloths and brisk walks in beautiful countryside.

Bakewell parish church (All Saints) has an ancient past and really well preserved Elizabethan tombs; unfortunately these are hidden behind loads of stored items so it's difficult to see them properly. The village was awash with people because the markets were in full swing. Did that stop us visiting a cafe? No. We managed to include both lunch and afternoon tea in the itinerary - don't ever have the Bakewell Tart if you're in Bakewell; the local version is almost inedible!)

Back at the cottage both friends and dogs were in fine fettle and poached eggs on toast plus a generous slice of cake rounded off another visit.