We went into the Tower of London and had a look around - the crown jewels are pretty impressive - one of the diamonds is enormous - of course it would be heavy to wear, so I left it behind!!
We did the guided tour with the yeoman (beefeater) which was really interesting - boy oh boy, the English had a bloody history of executions... blerk. Beheadings, hangings... hang drawn and quartering... ger-ross! And some of them so young when they were killed. sigh!
My niece loved the crowns and jewels and my nephew was right into the armour - their purchases in the gift shop reflected this.
Had a great view of the Tower Bridge and walked over it on our way home for a lovely bbq dinner in the back yard at her brother's place. yay!
Friday was sociable day - spent the morning with a friend from school having brunch and wandering around Notting Hill and Portabello Road markets - lovely, so good to catch up and chat!
The afternoon involved picnic and wine with friends in Battersea Park, a beautiful afternoon of sunshine and boules!
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