On a gloriously sunny February morning, with wet weather gear in toe (as one must always think of the worst), gardening gloves at the ready and a positive mentality, we set out towards Catherine Castle, where hidden amongst the overgrown bushes and trees, we find the Rashleigh Mausoleum.
Head honcho Neil, had organized for any volunteers to help "Free the Rashleigh" and boy did he pick the right day for it. The sun was bazing, the workers were all chirpy, handsome Andy from the National Trust appeared and all was good with the world.
For anyone interested in a little history, The Rashleigh Mausoleum was constructed in 1867, as the final resting place for the local grand landowner William Rashleigh, along with his wife & daughter… and legend has it, that he also has his favorite horse buried there!
Whilst we were all up there: painting, sawing, pruning and cursing, the great old British cup of tea appeared…. being from Italy, we were hoping for a drop of "vino", however, the tea was just what the doctor ordered.
So, when you happen to be walking along the coastal path at St Catherine Castle, look up and you will see the majestic monument... it has now been set FREE!
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