Weekend Wanderings #2

This weekend we had my parents to stay, and yet again we managed not to take them to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park! We decided to get out early and do a morning activity as heavy showers were forecast and although they didn't materialise the afternoon did cloud over considerably.

We chose Temple Newsam because having been there a few years back we knew there would be some nice grounds to explore and then the house to look around. As the weather was holding we did the gardens first which were lovely, but you can imagine just how amazing they would be in Rhododendron or Rose Season, so must try and time a visit for then. Next we had a stop for refreshments before taking a tour of the house. Have to admit to being a little miffed we were allowed to buy tickets without being told the whole ground floor (with some of the most wow rooms) was out of action for a Wedding. But it was still nice to look round as it is a very beautiful house.

For the afternoon we went into Leeds, having a decent lunch at All Bar One followed by a look at the new Roman special exhibition at the City Museum. This was smaller than I expected and turns out myself and J are a bit Roman-ed out after Hadrians Wall at Easter but my Dad really enjoyed it.

We finished the day off with a meal at the local Italian and a drink at the local pub. Rather a jam packed day. Which probably explains why not a lot happened on Sunday other than a trip to the supermarket and reading books/newspapers.