Thursday 14th July

Our Thursday got off to a terrific start with a calm breakfast, two rooms jointly winning the room inspection and then a quick coach trip to Picton Castle and Gardens.

The setting was gorgeous and the day was terrific. In the shade of the garden and grounds, the children had a chance to see a whole range of different birds and animals, to handle reptiles (including Dave the snake) and a cockroach and to explore the maze. We ended by watching a terrific display of birds in flight including different falcons, eagles and vultures.

The children then returned in time to apply suncream, get swimming costumes and head down for a paddle in the sea before dinner. Now the children are showering, ready for dinner. Soon it will be time to get packed up for the trip tomorrow.

"Going to the castle was really fun." - Madeleine

"A highlight of the day was playing and swimming it the sea - it was an amazing experience."

"Dave the snake was nice." - Immi