Arundel

We had a bit of a slow start this morning due to some problems with the plumbing, but were eventually able to get out of the house and go to Arundel in the afternoon. It’s a Laughton tradition to visit Arundel, particularly the Antique shops there, so Nicola, Justine and I decided it was safer to go with the flow than face the wrath of breaking tradition!

We parked and made our way up the main street towards the castle and cathedral, stopping at an antique store on the way. We had a look at St Nicholas’ church to see the division of the building between Catholic and Church of England. We entered through the Church of England side and were able to look through the screen as it has only been opened a handful of times, the last time in 1995.

We stopped to have a look at the castle from afar, before heading up to Arundel Cathedral and were treated to being able to hear some of the choir practicing. We then headed through the side streets to another antique store where Justine bought herself a silver ring for only six pound. There were quite a few quirky shops around, but eventually we made it back to the first antique store where I bought some Wade Whimsies; a boxer and a Bambi. Then it was off to the supermarket to buy some delicious Hula Hoops, which I can’t believe we’ve only discovered in the past day; quite possibly a good thing actually.

We picked up Carol on the way back to Nicola’s, had a rest then headed to the Harvester for dinner. After a drink while we waited for our table we ordered our meals and were able to have free reign at the salad bar. Added to this, I actually had real vegetables, I couldn’t believe how healthy it was! We drove back via the coast to see the pier all lit up before seeing a fox as we dropped Carol back. A bit later she was back with Page and we sat and relaxed for our last night in England.