Well we leave England today after 11 weeks of wonderful experiences and adventures. It's been great! Yesterday we went on a river cruise on the Thames. The trip supposedly went to the same places that Lewis Carroll punted and rowed Alice and her sisters. It was on the river that he began telling the stories that became Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass. It was a lovely way to spend our last full day in Oxford.
Oxford is a vey beautiful city. It has amazing buildings and incredible history. The cross on Broad Street wher the Protestant bishops were burned at the stake by Bloody Mary in the 16th century, and the memorial that was built later to commemorate their execution.
The lamp post and the carvings of the faun, Mr Tumnus and the door with the lion carved into it, all of which inspired C.S. Lewis to write The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
The buildings where so many notable literary and political figures from all over the world completed their educations, worked or taught at. Amazing!
From punts to Elizabethan buildings, to meadows and Mad Hatters, narrow boats and locks, we've had a wonderful time. We both hope you've enjoyed reading our blog and travelling with us throughout our big adventure. Thanks for all the comments and emails. See you all soon.
Goodbye.
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Loved every bit. Safe trip home and see you soon- can't wait. Xxxxxxx
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