Bright and sunny today, but still a cold wind. Had an easy morning and Anya sorted her packing. Darren walked with us into town to go and see the ringing of the 'Pancake Bell' and then to see the traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake races. The mayor was ringing the bell and was interviewed by Scarborough tv, which can be found on line apparently.

Then. once the town crier had announced it, she rang the bell on North Street.

Forgot to put the one of Anya and Isobel walking into town, so will put them out of order!

The races were very well supported so I didn't get to see much, I manned the bags, but did have a quick turn nearer the front to get a picture.

Isobel sat on Anya's shoulders to see the races and Darren stood with them, I got a few back views!

Got a front view when the races finished!

There was a stilt man talking to children and making balloons, so Anya, still with Isobel on her shoulders, went along to meet him.

We went and had lunch at 'The Secret Garden' cafe and then made our way to the station for Anya and Isobel to catch their replacement bus to York. When they were safely on the coach I went to Sainsbury's to do a bit of shopping. Then walked home, called in at a dentist who is taking new patients at the moment. I have to apply and register on line so will do that tonight. My ankles are complaining about the amount of walking, so a quiet evening now, the sky was a pretty pastel earlier.

Anya is home safely, sounds like it was a smooth journey and she arrived when she expected to.