What I did on my summer vacation

[The Wizard of BC]

As Bobbie and I leave Selkirk we headed South on our way to York.
At the Scottish/English border we passed some incredible scenery.







At the border itself was this stone marking the place where we head into the unknown. On my map the area South of this stone is simply labeld "Here there be Tigers".

But I bravely step across "Going where no Kilted man has gone before."



Set up next to the stone was this small display.



The sign said "Help yourself, leave money in the tray."





Lat/Long of our border crossing 55° 21' 15.83" N, 2° 28' 38.64" W

[McClef]

I have been to the Falkirk Wheel but didn't actually ride upon it.

Those DVDs at the border are very trusting!

How lovely that you met Nick!

[starbkjrus]

Wonderful pics Steve and Bobbie. Thank you for sharing them with us. The Falkirk Wheel is on my list of things to see. I just seem to keep getting distracted in the pubs of Dumfries, Edinburgh and Glasgow. ith:

[The Wizard of BC]

As we headed South towards York I kept looking at the SatNav 'cause I had pre-programed in the Lat/Long for the section of Hadrian's Wall where the scene from Robin Hood-Prince of Thieves was filmed.

But we were sort of pressed for time. When all of a sudden Bobbie saw a sign for a Roman Fort Museum. So off we go. One of those last minute things that you later know was a real good idea.


First a couple of pics inside the small but very impressive museum.



Decorative Stones, markers, Stella, and sculpture pieces.




Pieces layed-out by occupation or use.



And what's this? The original Ghillie Brogue perhaps?



And if you know your History you will recognize this pottery urn that had a hoard of Roman coins and jewelry.





Now we head outside towards the ruin of the roman fort.
This is the North Gate.




And the Barracks.




This is described as the Headquarters or Admin buildings.





Lat/Long of The Baths 55° 01' 30.55" N, 2° 08' 15.93" W

[The Wizard of BC]

We continued down towards the river where the Roman Bridge was. You can see the foundation for the bridge and the track of the Wall on the far shore.




At the Edge of the river are the Baths.




So what does any self respecting Kilty do but take in the Baths.




I don't know if any of you have ever seen Rape or Safflower growing but the yellow was so bright it hurt your eyes to look at it.




We got so engrossed at this place we were now seriously behind schedule to make it to York before dark. So back in the car and we're off again.

[The Wizard of BC]

The City of York is not only a modern, vibrant City but it contains some truly wonderful sights.

Just a few are the "Old Town" section called "The Shambles", a world class museum, and York Minster. The Minster is a Cathedral that is larger and more magnificent than Westminster.

Luckily Bobbie has a friend who she served with in the Peace Corps in Africa back in the '70's who offered us a place to stay and guided tour of his City.

On Thursday Bobbie and her friend were on their own to walk the entire wall of the City as I went to visit Marton Mills and Vernon Bros. Tailoring in Leeds.
On Friday I joined them for the official tour.


Here is one of the Gates in the City Wall.




We then head into "The Shambles".










On the way to The Castle Museum we passed the Hall of Merchant Adventurers.



This building is older than many countries and still in use today.




Lat/Long of the Merchant Adventurers Hall - 53° 57' 28.41" N, 1° 04' 43.74" W

[Derek]

A superb set of pictures. Really looking forward to the next installment
Iechyd Da
Derek

[Streetcar]

Beautiful tour set. Living in Seattle, it's easy to forget what a truly historic area looks like.

Thanks for bringing us along!

[dfmacliam]

wow... i really enjoy your new installments... beautiful.. i await more pictures... and all in all... I bet the whole collection in a slide show would be awesome... Thanks Steve, for including all of us in your travels.

[BobsYourUncle]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! You are most generous to share so fully and faithfully. I will come back to this thread many times! Cheers.