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Aylesbury priory is lovely and an uplifting place to visit, we had a wander round and tea and cake.
We did part of the Augustine camino and also enjoyed the evensong at Canterbury cathedral and visiting ramsgate
We enjoyed the atmosphere and wine but thought the food was not amazing. It is worth going in as the building is beautiful, you can look at the menu and decide if you want to eat.
I didn’t like black pudding but in Burgos it tastes really good. I had some with eggs this morning and was reminiscing of how great it tasted when I arrived in Burgos.
We went to evensong in Canterbury cathedral on Wednesday. We had to wear masks. There was recorded singing and live organ music. There is scaffolding up but is was still a good experience it was at 5.30pm. You enter the cathedral near the Wetherspoon in Burgate.
I definitely advise spend some time in Aylesford. There is a premier inn Maidstone (sandling) which is close to the route. It may be worth considering as somewhere to stop for the night.
We were in Aylesford today we did see one pilgrim with his shell. The cafe was open but pilgrim hall closed. It was not possible to stay there. It was wonderful to walk around the friars, I think Doug recommended it.
Have you checked outside your house as I once had a break in and found my less valuable belongs scattered in a nearby field. Also if you let us know size and make we can all look out for them on eBay. I agree it is now a time for short walks which is good to break in new boots.
I am missing Spain and was pleased to find Spanish food today in Lidl. The offer was last week but if you are lucky may be able to enjoy some galacian cheese also chorizo and calamares. Well it cheered me up at this strange lockdown time
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