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Places to See

Canterbury

Canterbury was a place I had on my list to see from the time I moved across.  While my husband doesn't understand completely why Americans tend to be so fascinated by ancient and historical buildings, he indulges me without complaint.  Although usually while mocking the American perception of 'old buildings'.   Steeped in history and tradition, Canterbury is best known for it's cathedral, which...

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Places to See

Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace is one of my favourite places to visit.  The palace itself is a fascinating mix of architectural styles and the grounds and fun costumed shows make it an all around fun time- the coffee stalls selling baked treats (delicious cupcakes!) don't hurt either! I love attractions where I can get involved- touch, interact or puzzle something out.  Hampton Court Maze...

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Places to See

Winchester Cathedral

We never actually planned on visiting Winchester cathedral- we bought a voucher for a hotel stay and there was absolutely nothing to do near the hotel so we looked up nearby attractions and stumbled upon this gem. The drive to get there was one of the best parts- the winding country roads would turn and suddenly the hedgerows would open up and you...

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Hello Again

It's been a long time.  But I'm back-with a clearer focus, a better layout, and hopefully some prettier pictures and more interesting ideas.  Blog posts will commence later on in the month (I'm currently testing my new layout and working through the growing pains).  Welcome back to CatNap- It's good to be back. ...

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