Monkey Island Estate

Monkey Island Estate

Staying in another one of the Duke of Marlborough’s homes for the evening, this time on Monkey Island in the River Thames.

Nigel on the Beach

Hastings Beach

At a brisk 45 degrees Fahrenheit, the beach is a bit empty today.

Nigel at Manshead

Manshead CE Academy

Manshead Academy has undergone some structural upgrades since Nigel was a student there.

Nigel at Streetfield

Streetfield Middle School

Nigel’s middle school, Streetfield, was closed down in 2016 and rolled into the primary school. Glad to see the original sign still survives.

Nigel at Manor

Manor Primary

Nigel’s alma mater is still going strong.

Bathhouse Statues

Roman Statues

You know, for 2,000 years old, these Roman statues have held up quite nicely.

Roman Baths

Roman Baths

The West Country’s Roman Baths look like they could do with a bit of chlorine.

Stonehenge

Stonehenge

A raw moment at Stonehenge, as a single bird flies overhead.

Full English

Double Beans

A tour of England, of course, calls for a full English.

Langley Estate

Langley by Day

Situated on 150 acres of gardens and parks, the recently restored Langley opened its doors to guests in 2019. Nigel and Mary Lee give it a 10/10.

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