14th April 2015 - Simonsbath, Westward Ho!, Hartland, Bursdon Moor

After saying how amazing the weather had been, it really changed this morning. Very misty, only see about 100m in front of you, so no views were to be had. It was however still very warm. On reflection as I'm writing this, I think at the start of our travels I covered to much mileage, not exploring enough, which may have to be rectified at a later date! Travels And Tails Part 2!! 

    Westward Ho! the next stop, even the road signs have the "!" on them. Parking seemed difficult in town, so headed to the West side, finding nice cliffs to walk along with the lads, and even an empty, supposedly, maybe haunted house, myths and takes seem to vary. Lovely old house perched right on the cliff edge. Also a boat with a hedge growing through which I just loved. The weather reverting back to a gorgeous sunny day. See the images below, more at thevalleyphotographer.co.uk 

   

Further round the coast is Hartland, lovely village with an Abbey. As it happened the BBC decide to film a drama the same day I decided to explore! They did take over a tad, everywhere in town, and especially the Abbey. It's an adaptation of a book by same Author as Tinker, Tailor, Solidier, Spy. So keep a lookout for it. 

    Every now and then you come across a hidden gem that few seem to know about. Bursdon Moor is such a place. Lovely Moor, lots of wildlife, several Neolithic mounds. Not very big, but great place to Wild Camp. There's a pull in with information, and bins, just as you go on to the Moor from main road. There's no signs saying "no overnight parking" so presume it's ok!