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My friend Sabine and I went on another long bike trip around Cambridge. The day started spring and ended winter; I got home soaked after we had tea and scones with clotted cream at the always pleasing Orchard Tea Garden (website) in Grantchester.

I took my camera with me since during the last trips I really wanted to take some pictures to show you. I am fascinated with signs in this country; they obviously make sense for the locals, but I find them odd. For example, did you know what “ecclesiastical” means? I didn’t, and was surprised to see one on the side of a public footpath.

I wonder if the “humped pelican” is indigenous to the area and why, of all the animals in the kingdom it needs a special crossing. Zebra’s are not local, but at least it was obvious what the sign referred to.

And now for some religious comic relief. In Duxford, we found where the gods play and within the village church, this creative last supper scene.

Finally, the huge fields of the bright yellow rapeseed, looked wonderful.

And finally finally, when riding your bike in the spring here, keep your mouth shut. Not for the usual fear of what would come out, but rather what would fly IN.

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