Anyone have good news to share about the U.K?
Bluebell woods
Gardens: Wrest Park; Bodnant; Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh; Sissinghurst.
The glory and genius of cathedrals, many of which were built hundreds of years before technology of any kind.
Ancient castles
Cornwall's beaches, traditions and people
Ancient and precious traditions which link us directly with our mediaeval (and before) ancestors: Swan Upping; 'Obby 'Oss; Crying the Neck; Morris Dancing; Silver Ball Hurlian.
Our indomitable spirit - somewhat weakened I am told since the war but I'm sure if the chips were really down, it would be there as strongly as ever.
English Heritage & National Trust.
The diverse mixture of arts and cultures kept alive by people: Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru; Highland Games; Cèilidh and craic.
The Yorkshire Dales, which may sound odd coming from someone who has lived in New Zealand for decades but I was born a Yorkshire Lass and I am proud to be English. Yorkshire is still where my heart lies.
Bonfire Night. Not, in fact a celebration of the poor old Yorkshireman Guido Fawkes being caught but the day designated to celebrate the saving of the life of the King.
William Shakespeare; Turner; Dickens; Constable et al.
The many, many regional foods, cheeses, specialities and favourites which have endured for generations and which mark our weeks, months and years in a way nothing else can.
Sunday Lunch; Christmas Dinner; High Tea; even Chicken Tikka !
The beautiful, rich and ever-changing language, whether it be English, Welsh, Cornish, Gaelic or one of many others still alive and vibrant in the UK.
God Bless 'em all.