England in a strong position at 710-6 declared

Another quiet day today but as some cheques had arrived in the post I did go into Salisbury briefly to bank these and also visit Staples for some stationery supplies.  England continued with their batting until after tea when Cook was finally dismissed for 294 runs and England declared at 710-6.  Tonight the Indians are 35-1 and things looking very much as if they will be going England's way tomorrow.   Sara went into Salisbury herself first thing to get the week's shopping from Tesco's but wasn't required at the Lord Nelson at lunchtime as Roger was unable to open through technical problems.  Sara was out at the Lord Nelson this everning though for a Calendar Girls social event which was only attended by five other of the models.