On Saturday I found myself with a rare whole day to myself which was wonderful, but funds are a little low at the moment, and with Christmas looming, I needed a "no spend" day. And so I thought a good long walk with my camera for company would be a fairly cheapish day out.
So I parked up on Rustlings Road (avoiding car parking fees)in Sheffield and wandered through gorgeous Endcliffe Park.
So far do good.
I couldn't help but notice how many of the trees still have a very green coat - I think these are really late in turning this year.
Then I left the park and headed for the Sharrow Vale/Ecclesall Road area - I thought you might like to see some of the fabulous shops and eateries in this area of Sheffield.
Of course, I was tempted in to plenty of them. This newish shop has some fabulous unique craft type gifts (as well as gifts for one's self!!)
Interestingly I compared the prices of fruit and veg from here - "The Sharrow Marrow" to Sainsbury's (where I had to call later on). Pomegranates £1 in Sharrow - £2 in Sainsbuy's. Sharon Fruit 3 for £1 in Sharrow - 60p each in Sainsbury's. I know where I'd rather buy from.
What interesting pastimes we have here in the city - and all under one roof!!!
Can you spot the flaw in my plan? Well of course you can. I just couldn't resist temptation in most of the shops I went in. In my defence your honour, many of my purchases were Christmas presents, and I did get a couple of great bargains in one of the many charity shops here. But that's another story (with yet another flaw in the plan!), which I'll tell you another time!
8 comments:
Ohhh kitchen and CAKERY!!!
It's too early in the week for such naughtiness Diane!!!
Never the less, what a lovely day out - my kinda day out!
The front parlor..... Was a shop I loved although it was always overpriced
Self time is good time di
Good exercise, seeing the sights and making a few present purchases is a great combination.
Lisa x
I love a wander round Endcliffe Park, Sharrowvale and Ecclesall Road too. I lived in the area for many years (can't afford to now!) Great pics, as always, you have a great eye for a photo. xxx
Ooh I do love a good Deli. Lovely pictures Diane and what a smashing way to spend some time and not money.
Patricia x
Your photos are making my mouth water! There are so many great shops around Sharrowvale Road and the Mediterranean restaurant holds special memories for me :-)
Well if they were Christmas presents and charity shop buys, I think you're acquitted!
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