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Tuesday, 8 November 2022

Tuesday, November 8/2022



Leaving London in stages. Initially felt like a waste of London time, though a prudent move given tube and rail disruptions. Changed original Heathrow hotel booking for a guesthouse not because it was less money, although it is, but primarily because it’s spitting distance from Hounslow West tube station, two stops from Heathrow. It’s clean and friendly and very quiet and means no early morning chaos. Coffee room and pretty garden complete with palm trees although we’re well north of Brighton. Brief consultation with google reveals that palm trees grow as far north as Scotland so our education continues. Only downside is distinct shortage of electrical outlets, forcing tablets requiring charging to compete for priority with the heater - but it’s not very cold.