Leeds

On Sunday July 12 I returned to Leeds. After missing my bus in London I made to do Leeds mid afternoon and caught up with my mate Imy from Deakin University. It was great to see him again after a couple of years and we caught up on what was happening in our lives before taking a walk through the city. We made our way to a pub to watch the last frustrating hour of the first Ashes test in which the English held out for a draw.
I spent the following few days exploring Leeds and hanging out at my friend Sarah's house. I met Sarah in Amsterdam and we took the trip together to the Yorkshire Dales about a month ago. I attended British Military Fitness Training in the rain at a local park. It is a large boot camp training lead by current and former members of the armed forces. It was quite demoralising as I realised how much fitness I had lost since travelling. We also attended a local pub quiz night and went to the movies to see The Hangover.
I made a return visit to the Royal Armouries and watched a few impressive demonstrations including a falconry display and some jousting practice.
I also went on a day trip to York with Sarah's housemate Sal. We climbed to the top of the tower in the York Minister and explored The Shambles and all the other narrow cobbled streets. Sarah and I also went to a local battle of the bands competition to watch her friend Gary perform.
Following the battle of the bands we made our way to Renata and Glenn's house. Renata and Glenn are the couple whose wedding I went to in Poland.