Staycation

Borders shut, seclusion enforced The lure of a sojourn abroad quashed No palm fringed beaches No foreign markets to explore Nor historic sites to visit Instead holidays take a different shape Forced to define leisure closer to home The break opportunity on our doorstep Long overlooked treasures are noticed Reasons why foreign tourists flock revealed At our fingertips glorious lush countryside Stately homes, museums, galleries Historic significance in every corner Local restaurants in every flavour Bed and board for every pocket Amusement parks galore The benefit of a common language The only disappointment inclement weather Adds dimension to dialogue A national obsession we all partake in No long flight back No jet lag to contend with This year we were force to realise There is no place like home