On a dry but cloudy morning in April a coach full of National Trust members travelled to Cardiff Castle, via a short stop at Sanders Garden World in Burnham-on-Sea just off Exit 22 of the M5.

The magnificent castle and grounds were well worth the journey and were so interesting that many had to forgo the attractions of the shopping centre on its doorstep. Well worth a return visit.

The following photographs were taken by Veronica Smith.

Off the coach and raring to go.	A first glimpse ...
... and waiting for others to catch up.	A member of staff ...
... employed to keep the grounds gull-free.	And wonderful ...
... grounds ...	... they are too.
The fascinating clock tower ...	... with its colourful ...
... clock face and figures.	In side the buildings ...
... was no less colourful ...	... and fascinating no matter ...
... whether you were interested in history ...	... or simply appreciated beautiful things.