Took advantage of a Super Off Peak return ticket to London £18 with Southern Railways. Arrived at Victoria Station a proceeded first to Buck Palace. The temporary TV studios are being put in place, the flowers are in bloom and the tourists are in abundance. Absolutely no chance that I will be in London on 29th...I don't do crowds on the best of occasions. Was good to see the Queen's Horse Guards moving up the Mall...only I could take a picture of the colour and pagaentry in mono---grrrr.
Next was a short walk into St James Park to have our picnic and take more pics in mono until realisation dawned.
Not having too much of a plan for the day we did decide to walk to St Paul's Cathedral and take advantage of a 2 for 1 offer to gain entrance. Voucher completed, money handed over.."that offer expired at end of March, sir". No way was I going to pay for two full priced tickets so we retraced our steps and stopped at Somerset House for a coffee---no Starbucks or Cafe Nero for us.
The courtyard at Somerset House was a sun trap and has water fountains that alternate in height. Young children seemed to thoroughly enjoy running through and around the water and balancing balls at the top of the water spouts.
Refreshed with the boost of caffeine we headed back to St James Park for an ice cream, more pics and to enjoy the green grass, the colourful flowers, the blue sky and prepare for our journey home.
A good day with one regret---had to either get the 16.02 train home or wait until the 20.02. Cheap tickets have their benefits but also their downside.
In my mind I am planning the next trip :) Enjoy the pics...colour and mono ;)
