Whatever the weather, you still need somewhere to escape with the puppy. Botanic Gardens in Belfast has been a great spot this summer, even in showers, to kill two birds with one stone - walking and talking!
Botanic is at its best in the sun, it has to be said. It's a hotspot for dog owners, with good walk ways (beware of cyclists if you're off lead!) and great open grass areas where ball and frisbee fun is all the rage.
It's another responsible owner area, so impressively well kept and tidy from dog mess, which is critical as it is a major play area for families and children, being located right next door to the Ulster Museum.
It's another responsible owner area, so impressively well kept and tidy from dog mess, which is critical as it is a major play area for families and children, being located right next door to the Ulster Museum.
But Botanic Gardens is also pretty in the rain. Cover up and wander in the Rose Garden, take shelter in the quaint band stand, or venture into the horticultural hub in the giant conservatory.
I also love to walk out of the gardens, through Queen's Unniversity. My Alma Mater, it is magnificent to walk through and brings back great memories of time gone by.
My days to the gardens are coupled with a catch up with friends - Botanic and Stanmillis are lined with great coffee shops and many have outside seating where you can have a latte al fresco, with the puppy in tow. Starbucks, Clements, Bridcage, Maggie Mays...and many more - you might just move to hot chocolate as the chill gets chillier, in winter!
'Til next time, Pandora (and Nacho)
Photos: PandoraSkies
'Til next time, Pandora (and Nacho)
Photos: PandoraSkies
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