Poultry Cross

Dropped in on Salisbury for a potter round the market, a pleasant affair of trestles and a variety of fresh produce, homewares and clothing, which would have not been so unfamiliar to the users if this building. A plaque insides states: "This structure, known as the Poultry Cross as early as 1335, is one of four market crosses which formerly stood in Salisbury. The others were the Cheese Cross, the Linen Cross and the Bernewell Cross. The low wall which enclosed this cross was removed in 1853". The term Bernewell might refer to a livestock market.

We then drove to Winchester for lunch with one of Mr Flum's aunts and cousin, whom we have not seen for decades so enjoyed a great catch-up for a couple of hours, after which we two took a wander around the historic city. From the river we looked at Wolvesey Castle (Old Bishop's Palace) and strolled round the old parts of town, finding ourselves outside an elegant but unassuming house (see extra) in which Jane Austen lived until her death on 18th July 1817.

Tomorrow we drive in the opposite direction to see another aunt.