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The hidden parts of London

It's been a little while since my last blog, so I thought it was time to put that right. One of the reasons it's taken so long is because I ended up having to take a few days off. And before you ask, no I wasn't pulling a sickie.

Anyway, I'm definitely back on the mend now and loving the warm weather we've had here in London over the last week or so. I don't want to tempt fate by speaking too soon, but it's been great to see the sun for a change.

The other day I decided to head out for a walk in the forest near to where I live. Now the reason I actually discovered the place is because when I was in hospital a couple of weeks ago, I saw it from the window! My friends have often talked about it, but I'd never visited. It's right on the edge of Epping Forrest, near to Whipps Cross hospital and has some truly lovely scenery... and it's literally 5 minutes away from my flat. So I put on some warm-ish clothes and spent about an hour just wandering around this huge lake.

That's what I love so much about London - it's a hugely fast, diverse city... but you're usually no more than a mile or so from a lovely green place where you can switch off from the noise/pace for a little while.

Paul x

Posted by Paul Hollins on September 14, 2007 at 12:00PM

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