King John

Those that are fools

Writing by LoisJuly 29, 2017July 29, 2017

Bits and pieces by LoisApril 15, 2015

Not a very good photo, but an intriguing plaque. Many years ago I studied medieval history for A-level, but even so I had never heard of Prince Richard, son of King John who was crowned King of the Romans in Aachen (not Rome as you might imagine) in 1257. King John who we’ve been hearing lots about this […]

Eight hundred years old

Archaeology and geology by LoisJanuary 1, 2015

The Reeve’s Feast

Food by LoisDecember 19, 2013

Before the mobile phone…

My novels by LoisMarch 19, 2013September 13, 2018

Places by LoisJanuary 26, 2013January 25, 2013

Axbridge (2)

You can guess from the name that this Somerset town has the River Axe flowing nearby. It is such a pretty little town, I am surprised it’s not in constant use as a film set! Many of the buildings are totally unspoiled and in a very good state of repair. This area has been inhabited since earliest times, […]