Just spent the weekend at Swiss Farm near Henley on Thames, not our normal direction but I’d recommend the Site and area if you like exploring on foot eclectically once static. Town was heaving as preparations for the Royal Rowing Regatta were in full swing and was good to observe ‘in the flesh’...
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This appeared to be a nice little run around…
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Walked up river and made an offer on a couple of properties…
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…but neither wanted their grass cut or windows washed
Ventured up into the Chiltern Hills and it was well worth the effort…
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The National Trust property at Stonor Park was in a stunningly beautiful setting…
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Finally, the amount of Red Kites displaying their prowess all across the area was quite outstanding to see.
Muntjac, Roe and Sika Deer were also seen…
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In summary, it was very enjoyable few days and reinforced our growing belief that there are still some unexpected gems almost on the doorstep. Only down point was the very noticeable ignorance of people in general when passing, no eye contact, hello or any acknowledgement of your existence, even in the middle of nowhere… as I always say “Money can’t buy you class… “
Encouraging to see plenty of cyclist’s out n’ about though…