Today was a travel day. It was another busy day in the train since it's probably in the middle of the holiday. I left the York b&b at almost 10:00. I made good time getting to the train station regarding my luggage. I've found a easier to carry my stuff, at least.
So, once I got to the train station I bought my ticket for Weswick, in the Lake District. The train I was originally going to take would have me transferring twice. However, I asked the information desk, and the guy printed out an easier way to get to Penrith (the station closest to Keswick). Both if the trains were really crowded.
On my way to Penrith, we went pass lots of pastures on the hillside dotted with lots of sheep. It makes really good pictures. Unfortunately and oddly, I didn't take any pictures today. Don't worry i'll take lots in Keswick.
Once in Penrith, I had to take a bus (£5.50 single way) to get to Keswick which is 40 minutes away. On the way, the scenery reminded me of going to the mountains back home with sheep. There's lots of tall hills and trees...so peaceful. Once I got into Keswick, it was really crowded. People were everywhere. There was a market today and lots of people are on holidays. I'm pretty sure it isn't always crowded like this in Keswick. After getting myself oriented, I made my way to the b&b fairly easily. The town is not really that big.
After I got settled, I made my way back into the town Centre to do laundry. At the laundry place, I was able to get wifi for £1 for an hour. These few days of travel will not include free wifi at the b&b/ hotel, which is sad. However, I did forewarned on the previously blog, and these entries are still being typed out every night. I am really sad that I won't keep in touch with you guys everyday :(
Then I walked around trying to find a phone card and a public phone. Maybe having a phone would've been a good idea, but it's too late now, and it's hard to predict unfortunate happenings.
Eventually, I found both and did what I had to do. Now, since it was a travel day, I retired early with a light dinner.
My b&b seem to be lacking electrical outlets and the alarm clock ran out of batteries. I hope I'm not late for breakfast tomorrow since it's only between 8:30 to 9:00. Also, I'm on the top floor. The shower is operated on a pump and indeed it is really loud and water came out very forceful. Thank goodness the owner warned me. The shower is also really noisy. Good thing I took a shower at night when most people are out. Maybe the showers will wake me up tomorrow morning.
Tomorrow's agenda: boating around Derwentwater Lake and hiking a trail. I hope I get wonderful pictures.
Were all the sheep fluffy and cute? Too bad, you weren't able to take pictures.
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