Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Welsh Greetings

Hi All,
We have just enjoyed a lovely bank holiday weekend. The weather was lovely so we made the most of it.
On Saturday we went to Rhossili. We had heard about an art installation there to promote tourism in Wales and I wanted to see it. It was a glorious day and the car park was overflowing. Good weather certainly makes a huge difference. The installation looked amazing. It says EPIC in large mirror faced letters - google it! it will be moving elsewhere this week and has been at several sites before Rhossili. Great idea brought to you by hte people that did "the ball in the wall" apparently.
On Sunday we packed up the van and headed to Pembrokeshire. Finally got to Barafundle Bay which I had first heard about many years ago. Another beautiful day so lots of people enjoying the long weekend. It was as beautiful as I had been told. The water was too cold for me to immerse my body, so just paddled my feet. After spending some time on the beach, we had a walk around the cliff tops. Returned for another sit on the beach before heading off to find somewhere to eat and stay. Had planned to stay in a pub in Angle we had stayed at before but new landlord who doesn't allow people to stay in the car park overnight. Had a chat to a local woman who suggested another pub where we could stay so we went there. Great night, met the landlord, who loved a chat, and stayed in the van. Spent Sunday at The Stackpole Estate. A magnificent area of lily ponds, woods and beach with the beautfiul cliff tops to walk on as well. It's near St. Govan's chapel Jack (if you read this), so thought you and Fran might enjoy a visit. Such thoughtful tour guides, doing reconnaissance for our visitors.
We were extremely lucky to have some glorious weather to enjoy it all. It was great to get away. Jules always loves driving the van and he takes no encouragement to get away for a night.
Got washing and cleaning to be getting on with so shall sign off. Looking forward to Jack and Fran arriving on Sunday.
Take care all. xxxx

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