Today all the family (plus J - although given the amount of family he's met so far, he's probably qualified to be included in the term) went to the Bedford Swan Hotel for afternoon tea to celebrate Grandma's birthday!
Despite the stereotypes of me being english etc, i actually tried tea for the first time! (not sure i'll be rushing back for another cup though)
The spread was splendid and we had delicious finger sandwiches, the best scones, clotted cream and jam i've ever tasted and the most beautiful array of cakes and pastries. There was a wedding happening at the same time, so we spent much of the afternoon admiring the bride and critiquing the outfit choices of the guest. A slightly bizarre addition to the atmosphere was the steady number of people heading to the spa, dressed only in dressing gowns and slippers. They certainly stuck out from the rest of the wedding party...
In the evening we gave Grandma all of her presents and cards, celebrated a number of things with champagne (after hearing shrieks from the kitchen when the cork exploded and bounced off the ceiling and walls) and enjoyed yummy mexican and desserts which the household has become famous for!
Our last day in Bedford was largely spent packing and preparing for the train journey down to London. We enjoyed one last meal and 3/4 of the Manchester Derby before saying our emotional goodbyes and boarding the train.
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