Leeds

Fun with food!

Thursday, Matt wanted to spend his Miller and Carter voucher he got for his birthday, so we headed to Leeds on the train for the day.

We got the late train out so first stop was Miller and Carter, where we enjoyed a two course meal each. Calamari and BBQ chicken wings for starters, steak for mains for both Matt and me, and fish and chips for Tom, and then Tom had a chocolate brownie for dessert.  It was all very delicious - a good birthday present.

We then did a little bit of shopping - mainly window shopping, I found an indoor market with a big wool shop and 2 ribbon shops, so will keep that in mind for next time if I need any purchases.  (Also found the original M and S penny bazaar in it too).  

We also visited the Corn Exchange for the first time - a beautiful building which seemed to be hosting an NFL promo (American Football) complete with cheerleaders with huge cleavages - Matt was very happy!  Tom had a go at throwing a football through a hole and succeeded twice - much to his delight - see video here: 

After a quick stop at the Lego store and Primark, the boys went to a pub which has a terrace that overlooks the train station - a perfect compromise: Tom is able to watch trains, and Matt gets to drink.  I did a little more shopping (including getting our tea from Wasabi, as is tradition with a trip to Leeds) and then we got the train home.

Not an exciting day, but a nice, relaxed family day.

A pub with a view.