Tag: Shakespeare

UK Day 12: Shakespeare and the Prime Meridian

A grumpy looking cat sits on a ledge to a garden
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The day's itinerary included a visit to the Globe Theatre, exploring Shakespeare's legacy, followed by a stop at Borough Market for delicious food. Chris and Chantal then toured the Royal Observatory of Greenwich, significant for its Prime Meridian and timekeeping history. The day concluded with dinner at an artistic restaurant before heading home.

UK Day 2: Eve of Shakespeare’s Birthday

Sign featuring a Shakespeare themed cat cafe
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The holiday in the UK started with an early morning pick-up of a rental car. The first stops included Oxford and a brief exploration and Stratford-upon-Avon for lunch and a visit to Shakespeare's Birthplace. They missed the upcoming birthday celebrations but enjoyed the charming streets before heading to Manchester to visit a friend.