Angela thinks she should perhaps write a cookbook. She'd call it 'Cooking in a Car Park!' Last night a cheeky little chicken chow mein. Another quiet night despite the car park being full until quite late on. Another walk around the town and yet more bargain drinks at the Weatherspoon's set us up for a good night's sleep after our earlier walk up to the Devil's Pulpit.
The heavy rain forecast from ten last night until ten this morning thankfully did not materialise, just a little light drizzle. John took a look out of Marge's roof window this morning only to be greeted by the sight of the lady in the nearby Citroen Berlingo micro camper appearing to pull on her pants. Good morning. Van life, anything goes. Mid morning and we departed Chepstow for the second time, happy we'd put money into the local economy during our two night stay. A short drive would take us to Caerleon to visit the National Roman Legion Museum, amphitheatre, Prysg field barracks and the fortress wall. Expecting heavy traffic this being the first weekend of the school holidays we were surprised just how few vehicles accompanied us along the M58. Where were the holidaymakers? Dover. Alright Marge, don't be clever. The M4 however was a different story, heavy with traffic all heading west.
The museum at Caerleon was fantastic. Filled with an abundance of Roman items found nearby, each displayed with information about the item close by. The weather held and we were able to enjoy walking around the Roman garden and other attractions.
The Roman Legionary Barracks, the only ones on view in Europe, were impressive.
As was the amphitheatre where Angela was amused by an information board that pointed out women had to sit at the back so their interest and morals were not affected by the male body. We were back in AD 75, the whole experience was wonderful. A top morning out.
We are now in 'Gavin and Stacey' country. Tonight we are staying at Porthkerry Country Park, Barry Just us at the moment, but we're hoping at least one other van will join us after eight when the parking becomes free.
