Just finished sweeping the drive. We saw the peasant in the garden again today.
Snowdrops are going but out come the daffodils.
I forgot to take a photo of the garden but reminded myself how lovely it looks in the sunshine.
Saturday, 25 March 2017
Sunday, 2 June 2013
The Friary of St Francis | Alnmouth | Open Day May 2013
I have been visiting Alnmouth for many years but I have not had the pleasure of visiting the Friary of St Francis, which sits at the top of the village overlooking the sea. During the gorgeous May bank holiday weekend the Franciscan Brother's held an open day, and we took a wonderful tour of the old house and gardens. The library room on the first floor has the most beautiful view, straight out to sea where you can see, Coquet Island light house, Ashington on a good day and Warkworth Castle to the right.
St Francis Friary Alnmouth
Coquet Island History
In the spring of 684 Coquet island was the scene of the interview granted by St. Cuthbert to Elfled, sister of King Egfrid and abbess of Whitby.
Warkworth Castle
"spiritual power, industrial power and political power" as our guide so observantly pointed out to us.It was a memorable afternoon and it would be a wonderful place for a retreat.
St Francis Friary Alnmouth
Coquet Island History
In the spring of 684 Coquet island was the scene of the interview granted by St. Cuthbert to Elfled, sister of King Egfrid and abbess of Whitby.
Warkworth Castle
Tuesday, 5 June 2012
Where to see the Olympic Torch in Northumberland
Welcome to Alnmouth Cottages
We are the owners of two privately run beautiful holiday cottages - Midwood Lodge and Midwood Cottage in Alnmouth. The properties are four star rated and five minutes walk to the beach, there is a huge garden with a tree house and lots of car parking space. We pride ourselves in providing our guests with everything they need for a fabulous holiday in this beautiful Northumberland coastal region. There is always something wonderful happening in the region and we are delighted that the Olympic Torch will travel through the region soon.
The Olympic Torch will come to Northumberland soon and to celebrate many events are taking place in the towns and villages in the region. The Olympic Torch will cross from Scotland into England, entering Northumberland via the Scottish Border and arrive in Berwick upon Tweed during the afternoon of 14th June.
Alnwick Evening Celebration: On the evening of 14 June there will be an exciting celebration event culminating in the lighting of an Olympic cauldron on stage.
There is a week long programme of events in Alnwick starting on Saturday 9th June. The events are listed in the Festival of Alnwick Programme which can be downloaded from this link.
Festival of Alnwick website
Further information from Alnwick County Council can be found here.
London 2012 in Northumberland
The Torch Route through Alnwick
Details from the events starting this weekend are as follows culminating in the arrival of the Olympic Torch on the 14th June
SATURDAY, JUNE 9
We are the owners of two privately run beautiful holiday cottages - Midwood Lodge and Midwood Cottage in Alnmouth. The properties are four star rated and five minutes walk to the beach, there is a huge garden with a tree house and lots of car parking space. We pride ourselves in providing our guests with everything they need for a fabulous holiday in this beautiful Northumberland coastal region. There is always something wonderful happening in the region and we are delighted that the Olympic Torch will travel through the region soon.
Please see our website for information on the Cottages.
The Olympic Torch will come to Northumberland soon and to celebrate many events are taking place in the towns and villages in the region. The Olympic Torch will cross from Scotland into England, entering Northumberland via the Scottish Border and arrive in Berwick upon Tweed during the afternoon of 14th June.
Alnwick Evening Celebration: On the evening of 14 June there will be an exciting celebration event culminating in the lighting of an Olympic cauldron on stage.
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| The Olympic Torch Route |
There is a week long programme of events in Alnwick starting on Saturday 9th June. The events are listed in the Festival of Alnwick Programme which can be downloaded from this link.
Festival of Alnwick website
Further information from Alnwick County Council can be found here.
London 2012 in Northumberland
The Torch Route through Alnwick
Details from the events starting this weekend are as follows culminating in the arrival of the Olympic Torch on the 14th June
SATURDAY, JUNE 9
Noon – Procession 1pm – Town Cryer Comp
2pm – Emma Dunn, Youth Dance
3pm – Emma Dunn, Dansformation
4pm – Junior Town Cryer Comp
5pm – Heavy Ear Damage
6.15pm – Rachel Green7pm – Lush Acoustic (band)
8pm – Lush Acoustic (band)
9pm – The Stolen Sons (blues, classic rock country)
Northumberland Hall
11am-1pm – Hotspur School of Defence competition and historical fencing display.
2pm – Festival Queen Competition
7.30pm-10pm – Ceilidh, Simply Northumbrian
The Playhouse
7pm – Pasadena Roof Orchestra
Other events
Noon – Alnwick Bowling Club bowling tournament.
Midnight Walk – Hospice Care.
SUNDAY, June 10
Stage in Market Place
Noon – The Stolen Sons
1pm – Festival Princess Competition
2pm – Amble Harbour Lights (choir)
3pm – Stolen Sons (band)
4pm – Emma Dunn (dance)
5pm – Scottish Country Dancing
6pm – Scottish Country Dancing
6.30pm – Alnwick Playhouse Concert Band
7.30pm – We Found Nemo (modern rock)
Northumberland Hall
2pm-4pm – Historical Fencing Workshop
Willowburn Sports Centre
1pm-4pm – All Star Basketball6pm-8pm – Alnwick Badminton Club
Other events
Open Shore Sea Angling Competition, Amble (á¼€nish 5pm) – Ken Middlemist
Duck Races, The Cascade, Alnwick Garden, free entry with race ticket (£2), from 4pm. Races 4.30pm and 5.30pm.
Alnwick Cricket Club, U11 Cricket Festival
Alnmouth Cricket Club, U13 Cricket Festival
Big Dance – locations in and around Alnwick
The Torch will leave Alnwick on Friday June 15th
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