walk in Ayr

 We're not sure if this is a Pyramid Orchid...if so it is far out of its usual range, but the sheltered spot in the centre of Ayr could explain that.

A quieter way along by the river..at low tide, hence the visible seaweed in the centre. 
The water flow is low and generally rivers and lochs look short of water.

Border Raid

 Carlisle, Bitts Park,by the castle...where we've only previously visited to compete in grass track racing.   This flowering cherry looks as confused as the primroses at home...flowering now!

 We went to meet and have lunch with the Pirate's son..last chance before we fly out to check that dad has remembered tickets, travel insurance, nz dollars...

 This shows the level of flooding... and the story is that the flood actually saved the Mcvities biscuit factory...the insurance paid for the factory rebuild and refit with new machines. Otherwise the production might have been centred on Ashby de la Zouche in Leicestershire.

 Indeed....

 this footpath is along the line of the Hadrian's Wall walk

Two hours drive each way...but a good afternoon out.