Autumn Colours

   Autumn Colours Our garden As you know I love the garden at the Annexe Yew Tree Cottage and spend many hours tending to it.  It is gorgeous in all seasons but Autumn is one of my favorite as the green leaves turn to gold and all shades of red.  I enjoy walking on the…

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What a year so far at Yew Tree Cottage!

Today it is raining!  I must say that for once I do not mind the rain.  We have had very few days of rain since June and the farmers are certainly welcoming the rain.  The first time it rained in August was during the balloon fiesta which was taking place in Bristol at the beginning…

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A visit to Bath Christmas Market

A visit to Bath is certainly a must but Christmas is a fantastic time to visit our beautiful city.  Although gorgeous and buzzing all year around come November, the city is transformed and  looks magical   Go around Milsom Street and the small side street and discover the lovely lights and gorgeous window displays. The Christmas…

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Ten things to do in Bath

When I first came to Bath, it was love at first sight.  Who would not be charmed by its beautiful Georgian buildings, charming shops as well as its quaint little street? What are the ten things, I recommend you to do?  From the Annexe, I advise you to take the Park and Ride in Lansdown. …

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A glimpse of Dyrham Park

The 17th Century Mansion Dyrham Park near the Annexe Yew Tree Cottage

Where is Dyrham park? This superb mansion and park are only 5 miles from The Annexe Yew Tree Cottage and is therefore only a stone throw away from Junction 18 of the M4.  You can nearly get a glimpse of Dyrham Park from the A46. Cotswold Way For the walkers among you, it is worth…

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