Autumn up North

Yes, Manchester is not exactly known for its beauty and scenery, but there are some picturesque spots nearby, such as Dunham Massey in Altrincham. It was abso-effing-lutely furrrreeezing when we (Cleo, her hubby and sons) went there on Sunday morning, but nothing can keep some English kids (not hers) from running around in flimsy clothes and eating an ice-cream. Brrrrr. Despite the cold, it was really beautiful and autumnal.

Leaves with violets

Pretty tree, the name of which I don't know...

Holly, an old favourite of mine!

Idyllic pavillion for romantic love-trysts or such like