Stratford Shenanigans.....

Hi Birdies,

sorry for the late post this week again ......
So last week was full of running, and running, and a bit more running in prep for my very short notice half marathon on Saturday.
This past weekend we went to Stratford upon Avon in Roger.
We stayed on a small site we have used before called Dodwell Park. Its around 2 miles outside the town so the perfect location.

We arrived early evening Friday set up and jumped on Rhonda... oh sorry ! How remiss if me, i've not introduced Rhonda properly although she has featured in a previous post Yorkshire Belles and is our little 50cc scooter.

Stratford is a really nice place to visit, there always something going on in the spring and summer and of course it was full of visitors from all over the world.
We had a wander around Stratford and inevitably ended up in a pub and had a few early evening drinks. We then moved across to the bar and restaurant at the top of the RSC on the river. They have an outside terrace which is a great place to sit as you can see for miles.  
We ate in Bella Italia which was nice but not the best visit we've ever had to a Bella I have to say. The restaurant wasn't overly busy in my opinion although wasn't quiet, but the space itself was awkward and not very large and we did wait a long time to be served at every step. Even paying seemed to be a big issue to get sorted. But to be balanced we did get a great voucher from voucher cloud that gives you a second main for £1 which is incredible value so check that out guys.

On Saturday we got up relatively early for us when away and went on a trip to Wellesbourne market which is about 5 miles outside Stratford. Its on the airfield there and used to be a really big market and quite a day out so it was a little disappointing to find it had dwindled down to around 3 rows of traders. We didn't buy anything despite our best efforts. There was a guy selling Naked pallets and so I took a picture to send to my girls to ask if they wanted one - by the time they replied and we went back round the stall had totally gone - I mean like completely upped and disappeared ! moral of the story don't take a picture and scare the life out of the store holder - I'm not saying thee were dodgy but.....   
After the market we headed back into town - sheltering under a tree on the way back to let the worst of the rain pass over - only downside to a scooter!
We had tickets to see Midsummers Night Dream at the RSC matinee performance so we grabbed a coffee and had a walk around some of the shops and the market area.
We have been on the look out for some more vinyl to add to our collection and were told about an antiques shop that had an upper floor full of the stuff.
We were not disappointed at all and could easily have spent all afternoon in there. As it was we found some real gems and will definitely be returning to have another scout through the stock.






And then it was time for the theatre. We have been to RSC quite a few times to see a number of plays and so had an idea of what to expect. The theatre is in a traditional setting with the seats curving around the stage on 3 levels.
We were sat on level 2 or the circle in lovey speak. The seats were like high stools and although look unconventional are actually pretty comfortable with plenty of leg room.
To say we laughed is an understatement. The play is well known obviously but to see it performed and the characters bought to larger than life was just amazing. Puck played by Lucy Ellison was so funny and expressive and really made the play for me. Lysander played by Jack Holden was also very good and I highly recommend a visit if you can catch this before it finishes on 16th July. 

After the performance we shared a bottle of wine in the pub and caught the football on the TV - that's all I'm saying about football ...grrrrrr 
The night was polished off with fish and chips - what a perfect way to end our day. 

Sunday is pack up day so after dismantling camp and enjoying a sausage sarnie we popped into Stratford for a walk along the river and came across a craft / artisan market.
One of the stands was an owl sanctuary and you could stroke the owls for a donation which was a brilliant thing to do and I of course jumped at the chance, thanks to the Mr for the picture.

So that was pretty much my week.I stayed on food plan for most of the week - fish and chips aside - oh and wine, and ice cream....ok I stayed on plan Monday -Friday lunchtime...  and I also managed to get to my SW group this week to get weighed, which was fun ! Actually it was ok I'm still under target weight so all is good. Hopefully all the running will counteract the bad food consumed at the weekend.

So next weeks blog will be on time, promise.
My goals for this week are get food back on plan - I'm failing at this already in spectacular fashion <hangs head in shame>
Finish the half marathon on Saturday and live to tell the tale to you lovely birdies and generally just win at life.

So have a great rest of week and don't forget.....make good choices 

BB

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