The Hilton attached to Syon Park was a great place to stay on our way back.
Kew Gardens in near by and strolling and cycling was what I had in mind to relax before the long flight. Free parking made it convenient to keep the vehicle and drive ourselves to the airport.
Staying near to parks makes me wish I had more time to linger in the quiet to read, write or painting the lovely surroundings.
Is is easy for me to understand how locations inspire creativity.
Started off in the garden with a refreshing English Breakfast tea while watching a man food the pigeons.
He was enjoying their eating out of his hand. The brilliants of the building, the lovely garden, mild sunny day and the joy the man was getting from the birds made for a perfect day.
Walking through all of the historical artifacts preserved for hundreds of years makes it easy to understand the appeal of sophisticated large city.
It’s touching to see vibrant support for cultural achievements.
I could not image what would not be liked at this location but I understand that people are looking for different things.
Peaceful surrounding near a major metropolis with easy airport access is an ideal start, or to wind-down after traveling for me.
The grounds have extensive places to meander or have a drink.
The sushi restaurant on the property does not serve drinks and the hotel restaurant was not very memorable for dinner. Breakfast was fine.
The hotel is set back from the road by a field
An alleyway heading the other direction was convenient for cycle to meals and pedestrians only, keeping road traffic out.
The first evening our meal was at a pub on the canal. Quiet with just a sprinkle of people and we had a dinning room to ourselves.
It would be lovely to dine outside next time.
