Lacock Abbey

I had intended to go to church today but I could not find parking when I got there. While I love the old buildings here and the picturesque country lanes there something to be said for buildings, towns and roads designed with a car in mind.
So I went for a bit of a drive. Today is my last Sunday away so decided to have a Sunday roast for dinner at a nearby pub. While the roast beef and veg was nice I don’t understand that love for Yorkshire puddings.
I’m not sure whether it just want a good specimen but it just tasted of fried batter, which is what it was and had no flavour. I did get a bit of a strange look when my plate was cleared but they didn’t ask so I didn’t say anything.

This afternoon I visited Lacock Abbey and village which is nearby.
It’s an old Abbey that was run by nuns. When the monasteries were dissolved it was sold and turned into a private residence.
The ground floor of the abbey is still recognisable as an abbey. It’s been used as a set for various films and tv shows including Harry Potter. As we entered the guide was asking most people if they were here to see the Harry Potter sites. He didn’t ask me, I guess I don’t look like a Harry Potter fan. I didn’t recognise the areas that appeared in the film.

Upstairs has been converted to a family home. Most of it is styled as it would have been in the early 20th century.

After I finished in the abbey I wandered around the grounds and then the village. The village has also featured in various period dramas. It’s all very pretty.Read more