A mini break to Lundy Island.

This was a trip 2 years in the making, Covid had scuppered our plans twice so we were eagerly waiting to finally get back to Lundy. Sadly the island does not permit dogs so Rosie had to stay at home with the boys.

As it was an early morning sail on Saturday we stayed the previous night in Bideford 

We went to a fabulous seafood restaurant  in Bideford and wandered around a while before heading off for an early night in one of the local BnB's

On Saturday 2nd July we set sail for Lundy Island. The day started wet and cold but despite this the boat was full. A combination of day trippers and holiday makers.

The crossing was moderately rough but luckily this time I didn't feel too sea sick, sea bands and tablets and standing up all the way in the middle of the boat.

Its a long steep climb up to the top of the island but the views are worth it. Once at the top we headed to the island pub for a refreshment and to wait until our accommodation was ready.

Whilst we waited my friend and I walked down to the castle whilst the men stayed with the bags and their pints. The weather had cleared and the sky was blue, which made for great views.

We had planned a quiet evening in the accommodation, made a curry and sat and enjoyed our view. Bliss. For those that don't know Lundy, its completely TV free, there is very limited phone signal and the electric is from a generator so is switched off at midnight. Its a real escape to recharge your batteries.

Sunday was a glorious day so we headed out after a slow start to explore the island. The island is a working farm and the animals, all bar the cattle roam free. We were also lucky enough to spot the puffins, although through the binoculars so no pics of them.

We finished our walk at the pub for a very refreshing pint as we were very hot and tired. 

Monday Morning was another slow one with an after lunch walk 

We headed back and cooked up a bolognaise for supper and spent the evening playing games and reading.

Before we knew it Tuesday had arrived and it was departure day. We didn't sail until the evening so had another full day on the island. I will admit my legs were blooming aching so it was just a  gentle day with reading in the sun with just some small walks around.

Before we knew it it was time to walk down to the jetty and wait to board to come back to Bideford.

Because of the late sail time it was a wonderful sail back into Bideford. This time I managed to get a seat outside on the top deck and was lucky to watch the sunset with a gentle breeze.

We docked at 9.30pm and after a very well managed departure from the boat we were on the road by 10pm and then finally home by midnight.

I had the most amazing time, we were so lucky with the weather which meant we  were able to get out walking everyday. I now feel refreshed, although sun burnt, and happy. Lundy is one of my most favourite places and although the main activity is walking the views are spectacular. Its nice to shut off the noisy fast pace of life and just relax. There are another activities if you are more adventurous, snorkeling, climbing etc.. but I am more than  happy with walking and reading...