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We have visited this spectacular bay on the Gower Peninsular in Wales many times, but it never disappoints. We even both managed a swim. It is unreachable by car and is approached via Pennard Pill, a meandering stream and tidal … Continue reading →

Walking eastwards towards Staverton and back along the Kennet and Avon canal.

Including Bertrand Russell’s birthplace and the (almost completely dry) Cleddon Shoots waterfall.

How our grand-daughter sees herself. I blame the parents.

We stayed for a few days by the side if the River Lyn, on the Exmoor coast, where we were able to walk to Lynton, Lynmouth, the Valley of The Rocks, West Lyn and Barbrook. Also Woolacombe, which, although rather … Continue reading →

Hungerford in Berkshire is on the river Kennet and the Kennet and Avon canal, and, for that reason alone, worth a visit.

Trying out the bikes from Yatton to Sandford. (Verdict: bikes OK, riders need attention).

Gym practice can’t be missed just because you’re on the ferry to France! (Thanks goodness for toughened glass).

We stayed in a hotel, previously a mill, in Glossop. Various attractions include the Millenium Walkway, many old mills, the river (Glossop Brook) and the Market Hall, where we had supper on the night of the England v Croatia match … Continue reading →

Matlock Bath, on the river Derwent is between Cromford and Matlock and was famous for its warm springs in Victorian times. It is still a tourist town with, we counted, at least eight fish and chip shops within about 250 … Continue reading →