"England's green and pleasant land"

We have just spent some wonderful family time at the Rodney Stoke Inn, not too far from Bristol in the Somerset area in the west of England. This lovely pub is owned and managed by my cousin Annette and her partner Neil. What a beautiful place!

We arrived very late on Wednesday evening so we didn't see the amazing setting of the Inn until the next morning. It really is glorious countryside.

Thursday afternoon, Annette took us on a lovely drive through Cheddar and the Mendip Hills to Wells. The Wells Cathedral was glorious.

The historic village dates back centuries - the cottages on this street were once homes for the vicars and other church staff.

We had a wonderful family dinner at the pub Thursday when we met wee Hamish, Andy and Mary Watt's adorable new baby! (apologies to all the adults whose pictures came 2nd in line to Hamish's)

Friday, Annette, mum and I headed through the Chew Valley to Bath. What a gorgeous city! We thoroughly enjoyed the Roman Baths tour, a little shopping and High Tea at The Pump Room at the baths.

The centuries old Roman baths were extraordinary to see.

A decadent champagne tea!