Note that all photos before 2000, were taken with a film camera and were scanned from slides or printed photos.
I have visited England several times beginning in 1980 when I accompanied Peter on a business trip. We flew to London for a short visit again in 1984 having accumulated a lot of frequent flyer miles. This was a fun trip since it felt like everything was on sale with the U.S. dollar was even stronger relative to the British pound than it is today.
In 1987, Peter accompanied me on business trip to London for a joint meeting of the American Institute of Architects and the Royal Institute of British Architects. Our last trip was in June 1999. Peter and I met some British friends for a few days in London and then headed to Paris via the Chunnel.
The Early Days in London
It is hard to believe that my first visit to London was over 40 years ago! With so many high-rise buildings today, the Tower of London does not even appear that tall.
Visiting the Chelsea Flower Show
In June 1999, Peter and I met some British friends in London. My friend Jan, who is also an avid gardener, and I had always wanted to visit the Chelsea Garden Show. Peter and her partner Phil then planned a day trip to York.
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Show garden with modern design
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Every square inch of soil is covered with plantings
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Creative plant combinations
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Some ideas for your front entrance
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More plant combinations
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One of the vendor exhibits in the Great Pavilion
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Exhibit by the Delphinium Society
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Also displays of window boxes
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More inspiring plant combinations
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A Side Trip to York
While Jan and I attended the Chelsea Garden Show, Peter and Phil took the train to York. The York Minster is a major attraction as it towers over the city. Their primary destination, however, was the National Railway Museum.
National Railway Museum
The National Railway Museum in York tells the story of rail transport in Britain and its impact on society. It is the home of the national collection of historically significant railway vehicles such as Mallard, Stirling Single, Duchess of Hamilton, and a Japanese bullet train.
