John was checking in at Los Angeles Airport when he was offered $200 to board a delayed flight. He was keen to be home and did not accept the offer. When he went for a coffee he sat near a lady who had had the same offer and had also declined.
John felt very comfortable as they chatted and told her that that he lived in Nottingham. She said her daughter lived near there in Belvoir.
“Ah,” said John. “That’s a lovely village. Does she have one of those old cottages?”
“No. She lives in the castle. She’s the duchess.”
Neville Hunt 7 months ago
True story?
Brian Mackinney 7 months ago
Absolutely.
Neville Hunt 7 months ago
I guess she must be The Accidental Duchess?
Brian Mackinney 7 months ago
The farmer’s daughter married the marquess who became the duke. They are now separated living in different wings of the castle. Her brother has made a fortune selling pure water from the springs on the farm.