Building a community
I love driving from Didcot to Wallingford and looking out for the Island Farm donkeys in their paddocks. If you’ve never popped in for a visit why not make the short detour next time you go past?
Continue reading “A visit to Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell”
The East Hagbourne scarecrow trail is back after a year’s absence. Running until 11 July, the trail is a great way to spend an hour or two, particularly if you combine it with cake and tea from the church.
Last weekend we visited The Bear Inn in North Moreton for a birthday celebration. The owners had changed since our last visit but we still enjoyed a hearty meal.
Continue reading “Pubs around Didcot: dinner at The Bear Inn, North Moreton”
One of the early casualties of last year’s lockdown was the county wide Artweeks events. Usually taking place in May, the events reverted to online shows.
Happy St George’s Day! To celebrate, why not visit the celebratory displays in West Hagbourne?
Welcome to my last blog post of 2020! Last week I showcased Christmas lights in Didcot. This week it’s the turn of the Christmas tree festival in East Hagbourne.
Continue reading “The 2020 Alternative Christmas Tree Festival, East Hagbourne”
Last weekend I had the best takeaway of 2020. It was also my first ever takeaway meal from a pub.
Continue reading “Weekend takeaway: The Wheatsheaf, East Hendred”
As mentioned in last week’s blog, Halloween trails have taken the place of Trick or Treating this year. Continue reading “Halloween trail photos”
This walk visits two local villages, both with good pubs, interesting histories and thriving communities.
Continue reading “Walks near Didcot: East Hendred to Ardington circular walk”
Pre Covid-19, Style Acre tea room was one of our regular lunch haunts. Whilst it initially closed during lockdown it reopened over the summer, first as a takeaway and now for eat in dining. What did we think of our recent visit?