Cloudy Kent

The South Downs, with its rolling hills, was a picture of mist and low clouds as we woke this morning. The magnificent view from last evening was a little less enticing today.

Neither of us were keen to get moving quickly - so enjoyed a leisurely breakfast before a slow departure for Kent. 

We made our way to the village of Burwash where Rudyard Kiplings home, Batemans, was open for visitors. 

Batemans garden pond and house.

The rain had cleared by the time we arrived allowing for a good wander around the gardens and the house. But it decided to spoil the visit by starting to rain again. Fortunately we were ready to return to the Hilton this not getting too wet in the process. 

Mellow Sussex stone - quarried on site.

The Oast House at Batemans. 

Flowering honeysuckle.

After lunch we drove on to Johns Cross to  buy two parts for the fridge. This being done we headed up the road to Robertsbridge for the rest of the afternoon and evening.