Category Archives: Travel

Country Diary

Posted on May 27, 2019 by

  Sometimes when I read back over the posts I’ve written and as I look out over the fields it feels like I am in the middle of a Guardian Country Diary post, my day to day chalet life seems … Continue reading →

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In like a lion, out like a lamb

Posted on April 26, 2019 by

There’s an old saying that March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, and here in Cornwall that was absolutely right, we had terrible storms at the beginning of the month and halfway through they passed over … Continue reading →

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Spring Awakening

Posted on March 28, 2019 by

Sorry about the theatrical title but after the first half of the month being days and days of relentless rain and driving wind we have ended with warmth and sunshine so there is very much an awakening. Last weekend, a … Continue reading →

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Repairs and daffs

Posted on February 28, 2019 by

What a month, him indoors reckons that the only way to get through January and February is to have daffodils inside the house and as you can see we have them inside and out at the moment. The indoor ones … Continue reading →

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weather, moons and root veg

Posted on February 4, 2019 by

  There have been some amazing January days, with warm sun and wonderful pinky sunsets but also torrential rain [that blotted out the view across the bay] and then the month finished with a smattering a snow. I say a … Continue reading →

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Cabin Envy Great Lakes Cabin

Posted on December 10, 2018 by

Here is a cabin that is a flat pack inspired by Ingvar Kamprad, the founder of Ikea. It’s called the Great Lakes Cabin and has been designed by Leckie Studio for the Backwater Hut Company and will be featured at … Continue reading →

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daily commute

Posted on November 28, 2018 by

Ferry. As a result of 4 blue light crossings in the past hour, plus heavy traffic volumes, we are not running to timetable. 2 ferries in service. Delays can be expected. Ferry: Devonport 17:31 Over 45min delay if joining lanes … Continue reading →

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