Walk on the Windy Side

Took to the coast at Thurlestone near Kingsbridge. I couldn't resist photographing the following on the way to the coastal path.

The wind break would have struggled today.. but the spades look good

The beaches were empty and at times it felt more like Australia than South Devon

Only the bravest ventured into the sea

South Milton Ley - a favourite stopping off spot for small migrating birds

The Warren Walk

The colours may not be particularly dramatic, but today's coastal walk was as awe inspiring as
those previously mentioned Tierra del Fuego skies. This is the coastal headland between the Yealm Estuary and the English Channel - to be precise. It's known as 'the Warren Walk' because the coastal strip was once associated with farming rabbits. The path mostly follows part of a nine mile track which was created for horse-drawn carriages by Lord Revelstoke in the nineteenth century. Apparently, those partaking of the ride and enjoying the scenery partook of refreshments at Warren Cottage - which I should have photographed as it stands alone at the top of the cliffs and has stunning views, a taster of which can be seen in my hastily snapped picture.
It was very cold and there was a lot going on at the time - talking; walking; making adjustments to many layers of clothing (me); opening the gate for the lone but grateful cyclist; marvelling at the spectacular scenery, and of course, in between times, taking photographs. Of all the beautiful settings in the world, coastal paths are my favourite, followed on this occasion by a gratefully received egg and chips in the pub by a roaring fire. Another plus for the month of January.