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Wells Cathedral, Swan Hotel, Wells Street Market & Vicar's Close

After a day of touring Stourhead and The Newt , it was back to our hotel in Wells - The Swan. This is an older hotel with a bewilderingly complex floor plan. Narrow hallways, multi-level staircases, and endless turns, it was like something out of the Winchester widow's house. I was unable to locate my room after checking in and had to seek assistance.  The previous night, I had dinner in the hotel restaurant, and had fish and chips with traditional mushy peas. It was delicious.  Before leaving for Stourhead that morning, I walked down the street filled with quaint shops. A street market was in the process of setting up - Proceeding down the next few blocks leads you to Wells Cathedral and the surrounding area - Down a side street to Vicar's Close, Europe's oldest street with original buildings intact. Dating back to the mid-fourteenth century, the 27 residences were built for Bishop Ralph of Shrewsbury. The houses are mostly occupied by students. I thought it was a bit of ...
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Snow Day


After weeks of near hits and misses, we finally got our snow day. And it was a significant one. We got about 3 inches but areas to the south of us got up to 10 inches. It arrived late in the day and continued through the early evening. It is beautiful. However, I guess I am just getting old but I had no desire to get out in it. In fact, all of these photos were taken from the windows inside the house! 

 The sun is out this morning and it is falling off the trees. I suspect it will be gone by this afternoon. I still do not want to get out in it. These photos will have to suffice!























Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. LesFebruary 26, 2015 at 7:56 AM

    Your garden is pretty in any season.

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  2. outlawgardenerFebruary 26, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Gorgeous, especially the night shot! We got no snow this winter.

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  3. Edith KentFebruary 26, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    Beautiful pictures Phillip. Snow is beautiful but ready for it to go!

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  4. Jean CampbellFebruary 26, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    I am not a fan of snow but your photos are lovely, especially the one through window screen which is how I watch severe weather.

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  5. Lisa at GreenbowFebruary 27, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    Welcome to my world. I have hopeful to see the ground after weeks of snow cover. Lucky you getting to stay in during a snow day. Those are the best days. I bet you cooked up something delicious. Love seeing your garden from your windows.

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  6. sweetbayFebruary 28, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    Your garden looks marvelous in its winter finery.

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