Porthleven

Anticipating a break from the North Westerly fronts sweeping the country, we walked up the coast from Porthleven, returning for bacon rolls over the harbour. We then walked South, with the wind at our backs, to Loe Bar and up the side of the lake behind it. Another day of fresh air has left us sleepy but satisfied!

More Blue Skies

Four rows in three days, all under clear skies... the picture is one of the crews setting off at sunrise from Kiln Quay. Today involved a row over to St Mawes for coffee as the clouds cleared, revealing a beautiful January day with clear glassy water. Afterwards we gardened ahead of Danutia and Chris coming for supper.

Gorgeous Gig Day

On a clear blue Thursday, we had a fantastic row out to Black Rock and back, passing my office, on a perfect day not-to-be-working. Technique had gone a bit squiffy post holidays, but enthusiasm and general enjoyment of a wonderful way to stretch out the muscles absolutely made up for it.

Carbis To St Ives

With 100+mph winds battering the North, we walked the coast path from Carbis Bay to St Ives, selecting our route carefully to remain in the lee of the ferocious South Westerly winds. The path runs parallel to the coast rail line and gives views right across to Godrevy lighthouse. Despite the drizzle and grey day, St Ives seems to have a magical ability to look fantastic regardless. We watched surfers North of the harbour wall. We could barely stand up in the gales blowing on the headland, so swiftly retreated to an inn with a warm fire, good food and cloudy cider! The dramatic views continued through Porthminster:

On the way back, we climbed down to watch seals watching us on a small rocky beach.

Poldhu

Walking the West Coast of The Lizard, we lunched at Poldhu Bay in the sunshine, before taking the coast path back to Mullion.

New Year 2015

Hannah joined us on New Year's Day and after lunch we walked from Mylor around the creek to Restronget, pausing for drinks at The Pandora Inn. We got a bit damp on the way back as the South Westerly winds drove the oncoming rain into our faces. Then it was back for New Year telly and toast.