Best laid plans… I was supposed to essentially land in Liverpool, collect my car from storage, and then catch the boat over to the Isle of Man – only the boat broke…
So, I decided to do some exploring…
Helmshore Mills is essentially two mills built in Helmshore, Lancashire. Higher Mill was built in 1796 for William Turner, and Whitaker’s Mill was built in the 1820s by the Turner family.
As the sign says, “the last original functioning cotton spinning and carding mill left in existence!” I felt so privileged to experience it!
Hmmmmm, well since I am stuck on the mainland, had best find somewhere to stay for the night…
~ Bella
For several reasons, I decided to treat myself to a private flight from Ireland to England - and I could not have been more delighted with my choice... Arriving at the private lounge... ...am then taken to my very own conference room to await my flight... The captain came in…
Since I was stuck, I figured I may as well treat myself to a lovely dinner at the hotel into which I had booked for the night... Oh, and this is my beloved Prince (hard-top convertible) waiting patiently for me... The next morning, I arose to go to get the…