# 24 – Visit a UK city that you have never been to before

I liked the idea of this experience a lot as I’ve done a far bit of global travelling but my knowledge of UK towns and cities is shamefully poor! I was however concerned as to when I would have time to complete this challenge. With my weekends getting very full and 31s arrival getting closer and closer time was running out. However, during our three day mini break in Wales (see experience 27) we crossed back over the border to the nearby city of Hereford. It was a lovely city. We visited the cathedral which has beautiful grounds and pottered around the centre. It has a real agricultural feel (similar to Taunton) with a good number of shops. There was a small market going on in the centre where we bought our first ever antique. Slightly randomly this was a yoke Bristol to Taunton sign from a dray horse on the canal. With me being from Bristol and my husband from Taunton we thought it might look cool in our home. Overall we had a lovely day in Hereford and I’d recommend visiting if you are nearby.

# 27 – Sleep in a gypsy caravan

I was super excited about this experience as it is something I have wanted to do for years.  Being married to a man who is almost 6’5” has meant it has been a no go as Romany caravans are unsuitable for 6’ and above. However, thanks to whoever set this, I began the hunt again and found http://www.cottage-holiday-wales.co.uk/romany_gypsy_caravan_vardo_let_wales.shtml a Romany caravan plus cabin (which houses a sofa bed). For my birthday, my lovely husband then surprised me by booking us in for three nights in the summer. It was AWESOME. Beautiful caravan and the cabin had a lovely bathroom and kitchen. Thankfully the husband managed to sleep all three nights in the caravan but it reassured him knowing the sofa bed was there if he got too squashed (my 7 month bump probably didn’t help either!). Really recommend it. We had great weather so didn’t get to use either of the wood-burners, but enjoyed the private garden and views of the Welsh hills. Thanks again for the experience.