and-turf

Updated: May 10, 2025

These in no way differed from the stone- and-turf cottages in Ireland. Again occasional showers brought me into acquaintance with the people living near the road. In every case I found them kind and hospitable, giving me a pleasant welcome and the best seat by their peat-fire. I sat by one an hour while the rain fell cold and fast outside.

Elihu Burritt - A Walk from London to John O'Groat's