Yes a lot of people knock England, our green and pleasant land, but as you rightly say there are some great places. A place to add to your list, that I hadn't visited until last year, is Northumberland.

As I newbie I wasn't aware of all these points so thank you for this comprehensive list. I like the fact that there are no ads. It is quickly becoming my pet peeve that I am reading an interesting blog

This makes very interesting reading. Thank you for your effort in compiling the results.

Gosh, I'm feeling quite stupid as I only knew one of those. As a cat lover, I shouldn't laugh at number 9. But I did!

What goes around, comes around should be such a simple way of life but many people seem to find it difficult. As a child, I read 'The Water Babies' which was a really old, family book that had been passed

Ha - this is oh so true. My dog Poppy does so many of these - especially the 'wanting you to throw the ball' one. One to add is when they sigh because they are bored or you are not doing what they want.

Thank you so much. Yes, it all appears so new and daunting! I will carry out both your suggestions and let you know how it goes!

Thanks for the warm welcome Jeff. I will find your blog and follow you - adventure filmmaker sounds great.