to do a bit of trainspotting,
and check out the 1st class carriages for our next visit to the island.
The House, Queen Victoria and Abert's home and later Victoria's retreat.
A welcoming cannon greets you
warning you to behave yourself in this lush abode.
Albert and Victoria had nine children for which some interiors were clearly created. This house, inspite of its overpower Royal aura, was clearly a family home.
Astonishingly this was painted by her Majesty.
A gift from India, made from ivory mounted on wood.
The connection with India was not just about 'The Empire'. It was very personal. This is one of many portraits in the house of people from the country she never visited, which fascinated her as its Empress
The Swiss Cottage Albert had built in the growns to teach the children to be self-sufficient. Even growing vegetables that they then sold to their father for their pocket money.
Pose 1, overlooking the formal garden.
Pose 2, in the walled garden.
Pose 3, in the walled garden.
Pose 4, on the estate's beach
