After spending the last few days in Essex it was time for a mini road trip to Glasgow, to see an old friend of Anthony’s. Following much discussion about how to make this trip, plane, train or automobile, we opted to drive. This way we could add a day either side of a two night stay in Glasgow.
Our first stop was a night at an old fashioned inn, in a place called Bilton-in-Ainsty, York. The inn was called The Tickled Trout.
Our room was up a rickety old staircase and looked out over the fields and country lane.
Perfect for one night and there was even a decanter of complimentary port on offer.
One of the reasons we chose this place was because of the menu, consisting of mostly fish dishes. It really lived up to our expectations.
Baked ‘en papilotte’ steamed in paper
with fennel, lemon & dill
gluten free crackers
I don’t think anyone could say that English food is the worst anymore, this was five star dining!
A good night’s sleep was had by both of us and after another gourmet meal for breakfast we had a short walk around the local village.
It did feel as though we were extras in a Mid-Somer Murder episode. It was eerily quiet and I saw a lady or two peeping over their hedges, pruning away.
St. Helen’s Church dating back to the 12th Century. It was built in 1150 by a family called Haget.
The village Bilton-in-Ainsty is mentioned in the Domesday Book and the name is Anglo-Saxon meaning Bilo or Billa.
Onwards and upwards then towards Glasgow with a lunch stop at Ullswater, the Lake District. Neither Anthony or I have ever been there.
From the tranquility of Bilton to the busyness in Ullswater. Not just cars but pedestrians everywhere. It was absolutely teeming with people and mid-week too. These small towns and villages have almost become caricatures of themselves. It’s good for local businesses though.
Anyway we enjoyed our short stop at Ullswater and the beautiful lake.
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The TickledTrout looks excellent – Anthony looks like the cat that got ALL the cream!
Haha, I think he was happy to be out of the car. It was an excellent choice to stay overnight and have dinner
Looks like a great trip!
Thanks Dawn, seeing places we’ve never been
The Tickled Trout is a great name and I like places with a bit of character. I would normally visit Ullswater in Autumn when the colours are changing. So lovely!
Yes the name is very quirky. The Lake District would look fabulous in autumn
You covered some territory on that drive and what a lovely place to stay in for the night.
Thanks Carol, yes really clocked up the miles
That countryside is stunning and that meal at the Tickled Trout was top notch! 😋 Makes me want to go 🤩
It was a good choice 😁
The Tickled Trout looks beautiful Alison. So pleased your trip north is going well.
Thanks Marion 🙂
The Tickled Trout looks an excellent place for an overnight stop
So English isn’t it to stay in a country inn
Very!
I do like stays in small places in the English countryside, especially with free port (although in truth I’ve never been given free port). We have a pub called Tickled Trout near us in Kent too. Enjoy Glasgow!
Thanks ..back now and preparing for next trip
The tickled trout sounds just up my Alley! What lovely spots on your way to Glasgow:)
A beautiful old English Inn can’t be beaten 😊
It looked like a great road trip.