I’m off again-Pendeen to Sennen Cove
22 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Started earlier today - 9:30- and have 9 miles to go. It’s supposed to be easier but I already had to scramble! First few pics are of a memorial to miners, Greevor mine and Lelant Steam Engine - tinЧитать далее
Made it to Sennen Cove beach- Yay!
22 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
Today was easier hiking overall but hotter- Sun all day up to 68 degrees. I stopped at Ballowall Barrow, ancient burial chamber from 1700BC! I hiked 9.3 miles with 1263 elevation gain and with newЧитать далее
Goodbye Sennen Cove - onward!
23 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ 🌬 64 °F
To Porthcurno today - notes say it’s somewhat easier however it’s quite cloudy and windy! I stopped by a gallery inside the old wheel house then onto Land’s End which was unusually commercial.Читать далее
ПутешественникGreat photographs--and it looks as if you're having perfect weather, Melora! Meanwhile, there's been constant rain in Durham for days! Sending warm, best greetings to audacious you!
Made it to Porthcurno!
23 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ 🌬 66 °F
Hiked 7.73 miles today - 1231 Beautiful views again today! It was sunny, in the 60’s and quite breezy but easier going most of the time! We stopped for a break at the Pothgwarra National CoastwatchЧитать далее
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National Coastwatch institution- see how it’s shaped like a ship!
Rest day in Porthcurno!
24 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
I slept in a bit, had a lovely breakfast of homemade croissants and gooseberry jam then toured the Minack Theatre- Google it! Fascinating outdoor theatre built 1931 by hand into the rocky cliff side.Читать далее
Rest of rest day- awesome!
24 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ 🌬 66 °F
I treated myself to a foot scrub and massage- from a mobil masseuse-outside in my B&B’s eclectic garden!! Then went to the beach and actually swam in the Atlantic Ocean!! It was cold and soЧитать далее
Made it to Mousehole (pronounced Mowzal)
25 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
Started the day with a steep climb out of Porthcurno Beach - it was a tough day - lots of rocky ups and downs, thick brush with brambles and nettles. I had my first stumble - but only got minorЧитать далее
ПутешественникSounds like a smart choice! I am enjoying following along. Looks like a beautiful trip!
Wow, you’ve covered some great ground, Melora! What an adventure! [Mary]
ПутешественникThank you!! I appreciate that you’re following and your enthusiastic encouragement!!
Evening in Mousehole
25 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ 🌬 64 °F
‘The loveliest village in all of England’ - said Dylan Thomas, poet, of Mousehole. He also frequented The Ship Inn where I’m staying and had a delicious dinner of Seabass Salad Nicoise andЧитать далее
Mousehole to Marazion- Easy 7 miles
26 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
Left quaint Mousehole and walked along the edge of Mount’s Bay - thru Newly. - a lively fishing town (see the fishermen on a break?) thru Penzance - big village - to Marazion and the famous
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Stunning photographs as usual, Melora! What astonishing sights have been before your eyes. [Gail Gibson]
St Michael’s Mount - amazing!!
26 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
I took a little ferry boat across to the mount, walked about, and toured inside the castle. The same family has owned it for 350 years and it was formerly a priory, royal owned, and held by theЧитать далее
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This room will do, but a room in the castle would have been fabulous!
Goodnight from Penzance!
26 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
I enjoyed a “summer G&T” at my hotel then walked thru this lovely pathway to The Bakehouse for a fine dining experience- blue cheese with roasted pear salad and grilled hake with local seasonalЧитать далее
Porthleven to Praa Sands
27 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
Life continues to teach me that best laid plans are meant to change! Plan A - hike 10.5 miles changed to Plan B - bus then hike 5 miles then changed to plan C when I missed the bus stop!! ApparentlyЧитать далее
Lovely Porthleven!
27 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F
After my lunch in Praa Sands I checked out the beach then caught the U4 bus back to Porthleven. I’m right on the harbour at the Harbour Inn and have a very quaint and comfy room! After a hot showerЧитать далее
Made it to Lizard-Yahoooo!
28 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F
Hiked from Porthleven to Mullion Cove (7 miles) in grey drizzle and the views were still amazing! I met a new hiking friend, Annette, from Copenhagen who’s job is also based in the Research TriangleЧитать далее
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You look wonderful. So healthy and still smiling after all those miles. I am so proud of you. 👍
Lizard Sunset
28 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
I’m at The Top House Inn in Lizard, UK for the next 2 nights- I’m hoping to hike part of the path I missed tomorrow. My room is delightful and I had fish and chips (freshly caught cod) withЧитать далее
Awesome “rest” day at Kynance Cove
29 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ 🌬 63 °F
I woke up to sunshine so decided I can rest on the plane! I hiked 2.5 miles to Kynance Cove and am soooo glad I did! It’s beyond beautiful! After spending time at the beach I had Cornish Cream TeaЧитать далее
ПутешественникWow, absolutely gorgeous scenery. What an amazing trip you have been on.
Pub, Taxi, Train, Express, LHR Hilton!
30 июня 2023 г., Англия ⋅ 🌬 63 °F
Rainy, rainy day so I nestled up on a bench in the Top House pub with a pot of tea and edited my manuscript till noon the caught a crazy taxi ride (the drivers told me about his bit-coin investmentsЧитать далее
ПутешественникOh Melora, I’ve loved your journey and cannot wait to hear about it in person!
ПутешественникHow perfectly timed the rainy day is! I can't believe what perfect weather you had for your long hike. Easy, safe travels home!
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Wow!!
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Good to see that smile again.