Despite nearing the end of another English Summer it still feel like we are in the middle of it. Not so much the wether but more the constant parties, festivals and carnivals. We forgot to take our camera to the Notting Hill Carnival last weekend, so unfortunately no photos to show you there. However did remember our camera the previous weekend for V Festival. It was our first “proper” festival, camping in a cow paddock in the Essex countryside for 4 days. We had an amazing time! The camping worked out perfectly and was lot of fun, and the music and bands were brilliant. I think we can look forward to doing it again some time, but I guess not until summer next year. Click here to see our V Festival photo album.
Another summer is in full swing over here. Last Saturday we had friends over to watch the Gay Pride parade. As usual it was full of colourful characters. See photos here:
Then on Sunday we went up to Hyde Park for the last day of the O2 Wireless Festival. Photos here:
I’m finally getting around to posting some old photos to our Gallery. This lot is from a month or so ago when Sharon, Joy and I visited the “Cans Festival” located in a tunnel under the now disused Eurostar Terminal at Waterloo. The Festival is basically a “designated stencil area” for street artists to exhibit their work. As you may have noticed from our previous blog entires, Sharon and I have some appreciation for street art. It’s often illegal and sometimes offensive, however I personally feel that more often than not it brightens up an otherwise dull and gloomy concrete jungle in which we live. In recent years, partly thanks to the work of Banksy, it has gained increasing acceptance. The Cans Festival is a celebration of this. Some of the artworks are truly remarkable. If you are interested, check out this site for more info. And now here are my photos of the exhibition (my favorite being the street cleaner sandblasting the cave-art) :
I’ve just received a newsletter from our favorite French street artist - “Invader”. He has recently returned from an “invasion” of India and Nepal:
Check out these amazing photos (find and click the space invader in each shot):
And if you haven’t already, then check out our own collection:- Space Invaders from our Cameraphone
- Invader exhibition in Soho
What’s another week without another update from everyone’s favourite festival! In this update I have finally put together a selection of photos from our honeymoon and also I have a fun festival video clip courtesy of Trine and Phil!
Photo Albums
Photos and Your Stories Thanks everyone who has sent your photos. Won’t be long now until I put together a “best of” album. Don’t forget, if you want yours included then be sure to send them to me ASAP. And don’t forget to add your stories! All the best and lots of love the everyone! Chris & Sharon
We made it!!! Arrived in Durban on Sunday and have been rushed off our feet since! Looking forward to relaxing with all our guests as they start to arrive. Not much time to give a full report, but have instead this week include the schedule of events and some photos. The Wombok Festival
Monday 24th September 2007 6pm Drinks and nibbles at the Bar 7 for 7.15 pm Welcome dinner in the Dining Room Afterwards Anthem practice Tuesday 25th September 2007 8-10am Breakfast on the patio (or in the event of bad weather in the dining room) 1pm Picnic lunch by the river 2-5pm The LC Classic Cricket Match 6pm Drinks and nibbles at the Bar 7 for 7.15 pm Braii on the lawns Wednesday 26th September 2007 8-10am Breakfast on the patio (or in the event of bad weather in the dining room) Light lunch available for guests who are interested 2pm All guest on Bus to Providence Midnight Bus returns to The Bend Thursday 27th September 2007 9 – 11am Champagne Brunch on the patio Light lunch available for guests who are interested 6pm Drinks and nibbles at the Bar 7 for 7.15 pm South Africa Curry Night in the Dining room Friday 28th September 2007
8-10am Breakfast on the patio (or in the event of bad weather in the dining room) 11am Check-outSharon at The Bend Country House
Something to watch out for on the N3…..
Sunset in The Midlands
Our family & our friends mean a tremendous amount to us. It is unfortunate that most of you have never met each other. The fact is we are spread across three continents, so it is likely that our wedding may be the only time in our lives for everyone to get together. One day is just not enough! Indeed, a festival is in order! We would like you to stay with us at The Bend for 4 days of fun, food, adventure and relaxation!
Sharon & Chris
For further information, download the festival-flyer (284K PDF)
