Heaven on earth

Kelmscott Manor was in the words of William Morris simply 'a heaven on earth' and every time I have the honour of visiting I have to agree. The peace and tranquility is all around and you can feel that it was here that Morris was happiest. No photos are allowed inside but outside never fails to delight........

The ploughman's lunch was once again a treat......

The short walk to Morris's grave includes a view of the memorial cottages that his daughter May built with a plaque to commemorate her father..... 

 In the churchyard some new purchases were displayed.....and there was some very serious shopping in the Kelmscott shop as you will see shortly!

 We had a quick stroll in Broadway where the houses continue to charm me.....

 and a cottage for you Larry!.....

 A treat was waiting for us at Broadway Tower......champagne and canapés before a delicious dinner..

 As we all stumbled out of the bus I just had to capture some of that serious shopping!!

 And that is only half of the group.....they are all such good sports to let me capture their happy faces!