A variety of British authors, spies, antiquarians, and artists have produced excellent accounts of their visits to Mount Athos. Try James Lees Milne or Bruce Chatwin. One must wonder, Beardy, if the implications of the Spectator article could be applied to the important centre for the British Orthodox churches in the various Walsingham villages. I visited frequently during my time working at Horsham Saint Faith. On my next visit to Norfolk I will watch closely for those with 'snow on their boots.'
Regards.