Now I know Kew Gardens well, it’s a favourite place for me and Nu to go and talk as we amble down the avenues of trees , through the glass houses and by the lakes.
On a beautiful day it’s especially impressive , and doubly so given the scorching high temperatures we’ve been experiencing recently.
Kew has been on Janet’s bucket list for ages , so it was nice for her to tick the box so to speak .
She was up in the hot house platforms like a whippet , with me in tow , but as I really don’t do heights , I refused the tree top walk ( next photo) as 60 feet is out of my play zone.
Glad you both enjoyed your jaunt and that the train was not too late arriving home.
ReplyDeleteAll the trains were delayed but that’s a matter of course at the moment x
DeleteThe Palm House is wonderful, especially in Winter.
ReplyDeleteThe temperate house is my favourite cooler and neater
DeleteWere masks mandatory there John?
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Kew - it does sound amazing.
No , Janet was wearing hers a great deal to be careful though
DeleteA successful trip completed then! Great!
ReplyDeleteAll done and dusted
DeleteI love Kew. Bet your feet are tired now!
ReplyDeleteDorothy is at work
DeleteHow wonderful..fabulous to be with loved ones and be touristy sometimes I think...it must have been lovely for your sister knowing that you were familiar and comfortable with London x
ReplyDeleteSo glad you could have this time with Nu.
ReplyDeleteGood times like these, to remember fondly, are what it's all about.
ReplyDeleteJanet and John Go to Kew
ReplyDelete"I like Kew," said Janet.
"I like Kew too," said John.
"Let's go on the treetop walk," said Janet.
"Fuck off!" said John.
"Charming!" said Janet.
Always wanted to go to Kew Gardens. Maybe one of these days. ..
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping to go to London soon (trains permitting) and Kew will now be on my list of places to see. Not sure if I'd like the treetop walk or not, I get dizzy up a step ladder! xx
ReplyDeleteI bet Kew has given your sister lots of inspiration for your garden!
ReplyDeleteI wonder if they still have white Peacocks at Kew? Did you see any?
ReplyDeleteKew Gardens is lovely and I appreciate the photos. Soo nice Janet could check it off of her list!
ReplyDeleteDelayed trains are better than canceled trains!
Welcome home!!
Hugs!
What a lovely visit!
ReplyDeleteMust have been a relief to enter the glasshouses just to cool down! :-)
ReplyDeleteI knew a gentleman who worked at Kew -Aloe Vera particularly-I occasionally walk with his wife and our dogs xx
ReplyDeleteOh what a beautiful day. SG would be with you, both feet planted firmly on the ground.
ReplyDeleteI love Kew Gardens. I bet it is magical when they do Christmas at Kew. x
ReplyDeleteI need to spend more time in London, soon
ReplyDeleteLovely photos.
ReplyDeleteI agree about the treetop walk....not only 60 ft up, but a clear floor...eek!!!!