Oh, hello lovelies! Emma here, back with another whirl of a blog post, this time from the charmingly quirky Bexleyheath! My pink tutu's practically bouncing with excitement after today's adventures - get ready for a whirlwind of dance, food, and just plain fun!
Firstly, Bexleyheath itself is just delightful! The cobblestone streets are like something out of a fairytale, and the little shops and cafes are a joy to browse. Plus, there's something so calming about a slower pace, a gentle walk to your destination rather than the mad rush of London.
Speaking of which, this girl loves her train journeys! The carriage was like a mini stage for my pink tutu – I was even doing a few cheeky arabesques to the rhythm of the train tracks. Seriously though, I find something incredibly freeing and liberating about train travel - it allows my imagination to really flow, to think about new ideas for my blog, new moves to try in class... I get most of my creative spark on journeys, not when I'm stuck in traffic!
Anyway, Bexleyheath! We headed straight for the infamous Bexleyheath’s Enchanted Gardens - this delightful, magical spot filled with an explosion of floral colour! The tulips and lilies were so pretty they made me feel like I'd stepped straight into a Monet painting. The air was buzzing with the joyous sound of a nearby school choir, singing Christmas carols! The kids looked so adorable, with their little elf hats and rosy cheeks. It was heartwarming, a lovely start to the day.
Next, it was time to indulge in some of those Bexleyheath culinary delights I’d been hearing whispers about! Now, you know how much this pink tutu girl loves her sweets! Luckily, Bexleyheath's charming cafe culture provided plenty of opportunity for a sugar- fuelled sugar rush! First stop, the utterly charming ‘Tea & Crumpets’ - what better place to fuel a pink-tutu girl than with the most adorable miniature pastries, with names like "fairy cakes" and "marshmallow dreams". After my sugar high, I even felt inspired to try my first ever afternoon tea, a classic Bexleyheath experience! Finger sandwiches, delicate scones, and endless cups of tea, all accompanied by the delightful sound of live classical piano playing in the background... This was my dream come true! It reminded me a bit of going to the theatre after a ballet class, a sort of celebratory post-show treat for the ballerina inside me.
With a full tummy and an even fuller heart, we wandered back towards the Bexleyheath train station, past the little flower shop with a window full of colourful bouquets - my fellow passengers got a good show of my ballerina leaps and twirls, all fuelled by the caffeine and joy of a delightful day. It was truly the perfect afternoon.
After all, isn’t that what this pink tutu girl is all about? Bringing a touch of magic, fun and beauty wherever I go. And to spread that pink-tutu joy to you lovely lot!
You can find me daily on www.pink-tutu.com, sharing everything from ballet-inspired fashion and beauty tips to my favourite travel destinations (including, of course, a lot more tutu-licious pictures!).
If you’re in Bexleyheath, you have to make a visit to these beautiful gardens and enjoy the delicious food! Do take some snaps and tag them with #pinktutuadventures so I can share your magic on my blog!
And don't forget, every day can be a new ballet adventure. Put on a pink tutu, unleash your inner ballerina and dance through the world with joy!
See you tomorrow for another pink-tutu fuelled adventure, darlings!
