Torquay Harbour, Devon
The arrow marks the spot.
This is where we'll stay for the upcoming visit to my home town in England -
following a couple of nights in Bath on the way south.
This is where we'll stay for the upcoming visit to my home town in England -
following a couple of nights in Bath on the way south.
On the water, close to everything, and with no treacherous steps
like the last visit HERE.
This photo is actually taken from the hilltop where we stayed last time.
Yes, the view was amazing but the access problem - especially climbing
up and down 277 slippery old steps on wet winter days - was not.
up and down 277 slippery old steps on wet winter days - was not.
Have you visited southwest England? It really is beautiful so if you haven't
made it there yet I hope some day you will.
P.S. Always something before travel starts - such this morning.
The washing machine decided not to stop filling and we paddled through the kitchen
with a load of towels to mop up a lot of water!!!!
This is why I never leave home with either the washer (floods) or dryer (fires) running.
Repairman coming tomorrow!
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Oh what a nuisance. I hope nothing else will crop up and you'll have a worry-free stay in England.
ReplyDeleteYes indeed, I have been to southwest England! It was way back in 2000...I visited my friends in Bristol. Loved going to Bath, Somerset, Clevedon, etc. I can't believe your washing machine broke right before you're getting ready to leave. Ugh, it's always something! I never leave home with any appliances running, not even the dishwasher. I have heard horror stories about dishwashers leaking or catching on fire.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pain! Loved seeing where you'll be staying. What is the big netted or screened structure in the centre of the photo?
ReplyDeleteGlad you asked Lorrie - here's a link to the awesome Living Coasts, Torquay's Coastal Zoo and Aquarium. There are even two species of penguins to enjoy along with so many other aquatic creatures. Fun for kids and adults. The huge netted area allows animals and birds to be contained in the fresh air.
Deletehttps://www.livingcoasts.org.uk/
Mary -
What a fantastic idea! Thanks for telling me and providing the link.
DeleteThat was quite a view and the trade-off was those horrendous stairs. I am glad that you have chosen differently this time. You must be getting so excited... Sorry about the washing machine...always something.
ReplyDeleteYes Vee, I think it will be much easier for us here on ground level and right in the center of things!
DeleteAwaiting repairman for the washer - hopefully he can fix as we need it before leaving! It is a 21 y.o. Kenmore - as is the paired dryer, and we do still love them. Looking at prices of new ones we choked!!!!