Monday 15 October 2018

Another spin on the Isle of Wight 18

Last chance for a ride on the Isle of Wight. Back to Weston super Mare tomorrow.  Weather has certainly taken a turn for the worse.  Heavy rain first thing this morning so when that subsided, about 11.30, headed towards Cowes but was conscious that this would mean travelling back against that wind.  I don't think so.


Tapnell Farm

This is a good example of agricultural diversity.  The buildings have all been converted to a multifunctional recreational facility including, mountain boarding, go karting, tree climbing, horse riding, mountain bikin g and much more.  Sounds like a good place to go.  At least we know where blue cheese comes from.  Having ridden about 7 miles along country lanes looking for something to photograph and seeing nothing but tall hedges and long lanes, it was a relief to come across this beast.


Albion Tavern, Freshwater Bay.

Terrific location overlooking the scenic bay, an ideal place to get a window seat and have a cup of tea with about 7 miles to go. Went into the place which was deserted and a sign on the bar said, 'If no staff available go to reception and ask for staff to attend.'  OK.  Traipsed through this quite extensive site to reception which was  also deserted and a  sign  on the desk said, 'If no staff are available at reception they are helping other visitors.  Please go to the bar and seek help.'  Not wandering around here all day. Give this one a miss and head back to Yarmouth harbor.


Thatched church

St Agnes church Freshwater Bay.  Possibly the only thatched church in the UK unless someone tells me different.  Looked into it's history and the land for it was donated by the son of the poet Lord Tennyson and despite looking fairly ancient was actually built at the start of the 20th century.  A little gem it has to be said.


The Gossips Cafe

Situated right at the end of the harbour, this little cafe was not as slow at providing tea as the Albion Tavern was.  Nice views of the Solent and Yarmouth Pier from inside especially peering over a fruit scone and a cup of tea.


Well, the rain kept off for the 17 miles round trip. Disappointed at not doing the 100 for the week though.  78 I think it was.


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