A Wet Day in Cambridge

Had a feverish night - don't really know why, maybe something I ate. Woke to lots of rain - what a change from yesterday.  Managed a shower and breakfast, then said goodbye to K, who is off working this morning, but going to a Quilt Show at RAF Duxford this afternoon. She took the car.

Thought I would go and get some food for this evening, so caught the train into Cambridge. Takes about 10-15 minutes and costs £4.50 off peak day return. Sat in a carriage whose only other occupant is a guy who is fast asleep with three empty cans of Stella in front of him - the time is 10.07 am.

View from the train window

The train terminates at Cambridge. I get off, leaving the guy fast asleep and snoring. Arriving at the platform I feel a bit dizzy, so take a slow walk to the exit. Didn't need to show my ticket. Got outside and began to seriously doubt the wisdom of going into town. It was still throwing it down, and I have toured Cambridge many times.

Outside the station - bikes and taxis

So - back into the station, visit to the Marks & Sparks food outlet, stock up with a few choice items.

Back through the ticket barrier - I didn't have to show my ticket - and on to the next train for London Liverpool Street. Two stops later I am back close to the hotel. Trip completed in under an hour - and I didn't get wet. I still have a complete set of tickets - so could go again later if I feel up to it ;)

Cup of tea and some pills - waiting to feel better.

Anglesey Abbey - Cambridgeshire

Trying some live blogging using my phone. At the place above, sat on a bench in the autumn sunshine.  I have been to this National Trust place a few times,  but never when it was this crowded. Even the overspill car park was full.

There are lovely gardens here, a mill which still grinds flour, and a house to explore.  Bring a packed lunch,  or use the restaurant - a great day out.