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Delights of the Dordogne | Dordogne’s Village of Dreams, Gardens and Imagination

Posted on 2019-08-20 by Judith Schrut

Judith Schrut spends a dreamy day in Terrasson-LaVilledieu, where even the public toilets are decorated with flowers. The moment we arrive in Terrasson-LaVilledieu, crossing the Pont Vieux (literally, ancient bridge) footbridge in the early morning light, it’s clear this is … Continue reading →

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Best of the Fests | Port Eliot Festival, Cornwall

Posted on 2018-07-22 by Judith Schrut

Summertime Britain is a food lovers’ paradise, with dozens of festivals, fairs and other tasty offerings where food and cooking take centre stage. That’s certainly true at the Port Eliot Festival in Cornwall. Continue reading →

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Preview: RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2015

Posted on 2015-05-19 by tikichris

I dropped by the show yesterday for the press/VIP preview. I skedaddled before I could get to any big game celeb and royalty spotting but managed to see most of what’s in store for the inevitable throngs of garden enthusiasts soon to swarm the gracious grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Here’s a quick look at what I enjoyed most … Continue reading →

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London’s Best Outdoor Spaces (OneTravel)

Posted on 2014-03-12 by tikichris

Not quite here yet, but spring is definitely in the London air with flowers already blooming, daylight lasting a little longer into the evening, and a general mood of cheer on the streets. With all the great public green space … Continue reading →

Posted in London, OneTravel, Travel | Tagged epping forest, gardens, green park, Greenwich Park, hampstead heath, holland park, Hyde Park, kensington gardens, kew gardens, lea river, London, London blog, parks, Queen Elizabeth II Olympic Park, regent's park, REGENTS CANAL, Richmond Park, ROYAL PARKS, st james's park, Thames Path, victoria park, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦 | Leave a comment

London Daily Photo: Garden Boots

Posted on 2013-05-25 by tikichris

Posted in London, London Daily Photo, Photography | Tagged chelsea, chelsea flower show, Chelsea Pensioners, flowers, gardening, gardens, LDP, London, London Daily Photo, Photography, RHS, RHS Chelsea Flower Show, royal horticultural society, Royal Hospital | Leave a comment

London Daily Photo: Gnome

Posted on 2013-05-22 by tikichris

Gnome ban lifted at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Posted in London, London Daily Photo, Photography | Tagged chelsea, chelsea flower show, Chelsea Pensioners, flowers, garden gnomes, gardening, gardens, gnomes, LDP, London, London Daily Photo, Photography, RHS, RHS Chelsea Flower Show, royal horticultural society, Royal Hospital | Leave a comment

London Daily Photo: Warriors

Posted on 2013-05-21 by tikichris

Sneak Peek at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2013

Posted on 2013-05-20 by tikichris

It’s time again for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show which this year celebrates its 100th anniversary. Got tix? Here’s a sneak peek from the VIP and press day of what you can expect. Continue reading →