On Sunday, the weather proved better than forecasted and we enjoyed
a nice family walk along the Thames. We started from Buscot,
crossing the Buscot Lock, built in 1790 on the River Thames. It is the smallest
of the 45 locks on the Thames operated manually by pushing and pulling large beams.
We then followed the twists of the river Thames for a few
miles, until we reached Kelmscott. Both
Buscot and Kelmscott are traditional Cotswold villages with grey stone houses and cottages.
On the way, I
noticed many places that would make perfect painting spots. I managed to shoot
a few good pictures that I may use as reference photographs for paintings.
Eaton Footbridge
We passed KelmscottHouse that dates from
the 1780s. It is a museum open to the public, but it is closed on Sunday. The designer, poet and socialist William Morris (1834-1896)
lived in this house from 1878 until his death.
Kelmscott House
On the bright
side, The Plough Inn (a 17th Century Inn) was open for business, with a very
cheerful and welcoming landlord. I highly recommend the place.
The Plough Inn
Kelmscott
GL7 3HG
I noticed a somewhat art related advertising plaque on the
outside wall. Not sure how easy it is to paint with a pint in hand…
And at the back of the Inn, they built a beautiful
tree-house.
I must go back sometime on this walk with my easel…
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