We had to circle east of LHR for ~ 20 minutes so instead of being 10 minutes early we were 10 minutes late.
A long walk to Immigration.We were given fast track passes and went straight through.A young lady was extremely pleasant so by far my nicest arrival into LHR.
Walked outside and hopped straight on an Avis shuttle which left as soon as we boarded.Being Avis preferred walked straight to our vehicle.Had booked a small Mercedes as only 40 GBP dearer than a mid size ford.Upgraded again to an Audi A5 40 TFS.Wouldn't accept this again as it really is hard to get into.My head has to be twisted around just to get in.My neck will probably ache for a month after we drop it back.
Anyway soon on our way to our first night's hotel-Marriott Chesthunt.Again the GPS supplied is hard to use and couldn't find this hotel or later a couple of stately homes we visited.Fortunately I always look on Google maps before each drive.So our room.
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It has obviously had a soft refurb but needs more.The view from the room.
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It had now been about 7 hours from our lunch so we had a quick dinner in their restaurant.Was quite OK.Mrsdrron had a Caesar salad with chicken and I the cod and chips.
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The cod was really nice and at least as good in Heston's pub in Bray but a lot cheaper.
Mrsdrron had a glass of sav blanc and I an Argentinian malbec from Mendoza.Picked on name as I wished to let Michael continue to be able to buy colourful jackets.
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