Westward along the south Wales coast, passing some spectacular natural and man-made views. The Victorians certainly knew how to build things to last. There are several disused limestone quarries near the coast, some now nature reserves, some just desolate, at least for the time being. We explored the remains of a 19th century lime kiln and were pleasantly surprised that there were no health and safety restrictions, or entrance fee, museum shop, etc. I hope I’m not speaking too soon. We walked past the decommissioned Aberthaw coal Power Station, which, after dismantling, is destined to become a “green energy hub”.

Then on, with the massive power station behind us, never seeming to get any further away, past Limpert Bay, Summerhouse Bay, Stout Bay, ending at the mouth of the Afon Col-huw to the west of Llantwit Major, and a welcome, but rather officious, beach café.