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Pilgrimage Detour to St. Lawrence

When on a walking holiday around the Isle of Wight coastal path you can�t help but see the fabulous views, interesting buildings and varied landscape.

However, sometimes it is worth a detour off the route to visit additional places of interest.
Just outside Ventnor it is possible...
Tue 19th March 2013

Why you should take your mobile with you when you go for a hike.

For most people going on a hike is all about getting away from the stresses of everyday life. I am often tempted to take off with the minimum of equipment leaving my mobile behind so I am not bothered by any unwanted phone calls. You never know when you may find yourself in difficulty, and a mobile ...
Mon 25th February 2013

Spring has sprung on the Isle of Wight

Here on the Isle of Wight Spring comes early thanks to our southerly position and our unique maritime climate.

We have got off fairly lightly compared to the mainland having only a little snow this winter, but still plenty of rain.

Just been out for a bike ride this morning...
Sun 17th February 2013

RSPB Bird watch Survey

Recently we took part in the big garden� bird watch� which is now in its 34th year. Last year over 2000 Islanders took part joining 600,000 people across the UK.

Nev my gorgeous hubby loves it as it gets him out of doing any weekend chores for an hour as he sits with notebook and cup of...
Mon 11th February 2013

The Gentle art of Tramping

One of my Christmas gifts was a copy of �The Gentle art of tramping� by Stephen Graham which is an absolute joy to read. First published in 1927 it is about the joy of rambling free and the Philosophy of travelling as a hobo without a care in the world. This time of year when the days are short and ...
Thu 24th January 2013