Since Mary had her heart transplant in 2003, we have made six-monthly trips (March & September) to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham for her regular check-ups. Apart from one instance, we have always caught the train to the University railway station which means an early start (7 am). Arriving at the QE Hospital around 8.30 to 9.00 in the morning, Mary is usually finished by midday.
Rather than return immediately to Hereford, we may venture into Birmingham itself or visit one of the attractions close to the University of Birmingham. Within walking distance of the hospital is the Barber Institute of Fine Arts (due to re-open in 2026), the Lapworth Museum of Geology, and Winterbourne House & Garden.
Despite the changeable weather and cold wind, we decided on a return trip to Winterbourne House even though it was only a year ago since our last visit. For some reason, we did not go to Winterbourne after Mary's autumn check-up in 2024 - we need to remedy that this coming autumn.
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| Photo 1: Wrapped Up Against the Cold Wing (Winterbourne, March 2025) |
First stop was the cafe where we had soup of the day, bread roll and a pot of tea. The cafe was full so we sat outside, thankful for a little sunshine and a sheltered position that took the edge of the bitter wild. We were kept amused by the antics of a pair of corvids and a pair of robins.
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Photo 2: Crow Enjoying His/her Lunch (Winterbourne, March 2025)
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| Photo 3: Inquisitive Robin (Winterbourne, March 2025) |
A quick walk around the garden ...
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| Photo 4: Hazel Arch (Winterbourne, March 2025) |
... with longer stays in the glasshouses ...
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