Been in London...now in Madrid

Arrived safely in London after a gruelling long haul flight on the A380 to freezing weather.  Delayed departure from the plane at Heathrow whilst three members of the London police or bobbies escorted one of our fellow passengers off first. Bit disconcerting really considering he had spent xx hours with us at 30,000 + feet! Going through customs slow except for Adrian who swanned through with the other EU citizens leaving Fran to shuffle along like a convict. Only took 30 minutes.

London a fascinating place full of history and interest. Visited St Pauls for the first time and staggered up 250+ steps to the Whispering Gallery, so named because by the time you get to the top, that's all the breath you're left with. This of course was after 36 hours of travel. Also saw the tomb of Horatio Nelson in the crypt. Did you know that after he died at the Battle of Trafalgar his fellow seamen pickled him in brandy to get him home. Hope it wasn't cognac! His very stately sarcophagus was meant for another tenant, Cardinal Wolsey, but he was bumped after he failed to woo the Pope for Henry VIII's benefit. Wonder where he is?

Day 2 and off to the British Museum for several hours. A vast fabulous collection. Fran was particularly interested in the process of mummification and yes, cats were also mummified. The history of clocks and watches also fascinating, not to mention the amazing array of Greek and Egyptian artefacts. So much to see and absorb. A place worthy of a return visit.

Went to see the play Warhorse at the New London Theatre in Drury Lane. Wonderful poignant show. The puppets were fabulous.

Have now arrived in Madrid and love it. Looking forward to our time in Spain. The people are so friendly.