We visited the town of Battle today, where the Battle Of Hastings was fought almost 1000 years ago – an abbey was built there afterwards and remains are still there. Very interesting!
Battle
Highcliffe Castle and Christchurch Beach
Today was warm – up to 5c (40f)! A nice Sunny day, perfect for a trip to the Beach and a nearby Castle – so long as you wear thick coats!
And in the distance across the Solent, the Needles on the Isle Of Wight!
The New Forest
A lovely part of England, even in the cooler weather – though the forest is not very noticeable; on the other hand it makes it easier to spot Horses, Ponies, Cows, Pigs, Deer …
We are staying near to the New Forest, at Sandy Balls; quite different to a normal hotel and with cold but beautiful views:
