Spring is coming to town!

Another bright and sunny day so a trip to one of my favourite spots in this area: Godmersham!

Another Visit to Godmersham

I can't resist places like this...

Back to Godmersham

A few days ago I showed you a church where Jane Austen used to worship. This is the entrance porch of the same church.

It is beautiful, isn't it?

Trees

I have always loved trees and here are some I found specially for you...

Lunchtime

You will find this tree just by the bridge across the stream in Godmersham. When I took this picture there were two friends sitting on the sidewall of the bridge eating their sandwiches at lunch time.

Can you think of a better place to have your lunch? I can't!

Country lane in Godmersham, Kent

I found this lane in Godmersham a few years ago. Last Tuesday it was a sunny day so I went back to take this picture for you. I parked the car and spent about half an hour taking pictures without a single car passing me.

I could hear the birds singing and feel the gentle touch of the wind coming from the hills caressing my face. I wanted to sit down and enjoy the warmth from the sun but I had to move on to get this picture for you... so I hope you enjoy it.

St Lawrence the Martyr in Godmersham, Kent

St Lawrence the Martyr Church in Godmersham, Kent is not just a very pretty church in a very picturesque village but it is also a church where Jane Austen worshipped many times. Her brother, Edward, was adopted by the childless couple who owned Godmersham Park and she often visited him and attended services here.

The earliest parts of the building backs to Saxon times (900-1000) but later, it had several additions and a major renovation in 1865. In a sunny day you can see the sunlight coming through the stained glass windows.

The surrounding fields lend this church an air of tranquility that you can rarely find.
If you are interested in knowing more, go to http://www.godmersham.com/