Day 9 – Coastal Trails & Lighthouse

Today, we switched roles. After my unforgettable trip to Skomer Island yesterday, it was Sylvie’s turn to meet the puffins while I stayed on the mainland with Awen and Nessy. And what a day it turned out to be—for both of us.

For Sylvie, it was her first encounter with puffins, and she came back glowing with excitement. Watching these tiny, charismatic birds waddle along the cliff edges and dive back into their burrows, or return from sea with fish in their beaks, left quite the impression. She managed some great shots and loved the wild, rugged charm of Skomer, not to mention the abundance of other seabirds and wildflowers blanketing the island.

Meanwhile, the dogs and I set out for a coastal hike along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The weather was perfect again—clear skies, crisp air, and the sea glinting in the sun. We wandered through meadows, skirted dramatic cliffs, and found quiet coves where Awen and Nessy could run freely and splash in the surf. There’s something grounding about walking beside the sea, with the wind in your face and no sound but waves and paws on gravel.

In the evening, we regrouped and headed to Strumble Head Lighthouse, perched on a rocky promontory and facing the full force of the Atlantic. We arrived just in time for an incredible sunset—a fiery sky melting into the ocean as the lighthouse began to blink into life. The scene had everything a photographer could hope for: strong light, stunning contrast, and endless atmosphere. We just stood there for a while, taking it all in.

A memorable day, each in our own way.Читать далее