Walking at Avon Beach on Tuesday 20^th May 2025

 

We met at the car park at our usual time and then headed off to Mudeford Quay…what a beautiful day for a walk. The views of the Isle of Wight were super as it was such a perfect weather, not too busy either which is always a bonus. 

We arrived at Mudeford Quay having watched lots of activity on the water, where we  had amazing views of Hengistbury Head. Of course , a cuppa and some cake at The Haven House Café was a lovely halftime treat. We sat for a while chatting and sharing stories and complimenting the delicious cakes.

Afterwards, we strolled back to Avon Beach where we chatted about how nice a day we had enjoyed, before we headed home. Next walk is scheduled for Tuesday 3rd June.

 Walking at Hengistbury Head on Tuesday 6th May 2025

What a pleasant surprise to discover it was warmer at the coast than it was back in Fordingbridge....mainly due to the appearance of the sun in the afternoon. The wind had died down also so we had the perfect weather for a gorgeous walk from the car park around the head and then back for coffee/tea and cake at the Hiker Cafe.

We had a new member with us today who fitted in well and is looking forward to joining us in two weeks time. Just goes to show, we really are a friendly bunch. One of our PALS brought with him for the first time his rolator which aided his walking considerably, although the decline on our way back needed some additional manoevering. No hills in Fordingbridge meant this was a new challenge but success was in the making.

As we walked, no land train for us today, we had some beauticful vistas. You can never be disappointed with the views at Hengistbury Head.

At the Hiker Cafe,the majority of us decided sitting outside was the better option so we did. Once again the staff were amazing and after a bit of discussion and delicious selection of cake, we all enjoyed the rest, the tea/coffee and enjoying delicious baking.