Diamond Jubilee Part 3 - Sightseeing

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Here's a post simply showing some of the sight seeing I did whilst on this trip, I love visiting castles and country homes especially. I have left the pics in medium size, you can click on them and view them in full size if you wish.
 
Warwick Castle


Warwick Castle


Blenheim Palace


Blenheim Palace


Bath


Bath


Stonehenge


Stonehenge


Dover Castle


Dover Castle


White cliffs of Dover
And the absolute highlight, was a visit to Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. It is here that The Queen's father and grandfather passed away. So much history and a beautiful estate, I just loved it there.


Sandringham Estate


Sandringham Estate


Sandringham Estate


Sandringham Estate
 
Next up is my easyJet journey to Paris

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