Today I am once more joining Annie with her smiles.
I have been away this week exploring beaches that I have not been to before and paying a visit to an old friend who I haven't seen in simply ages.
Where am I?
This is a notice that was in the foyer of the Premier Inn that we stayed at. This is a massive clue to tell you where we were. It's all to do with a ship going aground and the local people rescuing a monkey. You can read all about it here.
This was the view from our window - we overlooked the Marina and had this sunset on our first night.
During the day we looked out and saw the Trincomalee which is Britain's oldest historic fighting ship still afloat. We didn't go aboard but are saving that for another time when the weather is not as good. Even though it has been sunny it has not been that warm. There has been a cool breeze most of the time although yesterday was very warm if you got out of the wind.
Despite it being a bit chilly we saw three people practising in the Marina on Wednesday evening. Just what for I have not a clue - they got out onto dry land on the opposite side of the Marina. Had we been there we may have found out. Below is the boat and the last swimmer who did more lengths (if you can call them that) than the others.
(below) the three of them
Wednesday turned to rain and as we were heading to Seaton Carew I thought I saw a a horse on the pavement. I did ...
and I snapped him on the way back
We did a tour of the beaches yesterday, once more to Seaton Carew to Blackhall Rocks and Seaham. I loved Seaham with it's little harbour and pretty Marina full of boats. Nice shops too!
Now, this morning it is time to say "bye" to Hartlepool (did you get it right?) and the lovely little Teddy Bear's Picnic which is on the counter of the Premier where we are staying. We will be back - and to the Premier as well as we were delighted with the staff and the room and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone heading "up north".
"Bye" to my friend too
See you next time for a cuppa Dot!
11 comments:
I've never heard that story before about the monkey! it made me smile. Glad you've had a fab break with your friend.
What a lovely happy post Neet. I bet you two shared many giggles.
Have a great week.
Hugs,
Annie x
Thanks for the "tour" - lovely snaps - I have never been to Hartlepool.
What a wonderful time you had Neet - and so glad you were able to enjoy it fully. I am popping over to the lonk to read the story of the monkey.
Blessings
Maxine
What a great trip, never heard that story before. Have a great weekend too. Angela xxx
Lol, oh I know ALL about the monkey in Hartlepool. You don't mention it if you want to get out of town unscathed 😃 Glad you had a good time with your friend!
I enjoyed your post and the potos of Hartlepool. I did indeed read the story of the monkey through the link.I had never Heard of it.
It's great you had such a lovely break and also saw an old friend. That is precious.
Have a good week,
Lisca
They have some funny stuff going on around there Neet. Sounds just up my street haha.
It's always nice to have a change of scenery.
Have a good week
Lynn xx
So late to WOYWW, I'm here instead. Hartlepool (I didn't guess, am so ignorant) looks great, love the marina. Open water swimming like that is very hard work, I admire them, whatever they were practicing for. Lovely sights around your travels, I imagine Seaham was a delight. I'm starting to long for days that are warm in and out of the breezes!
looks like a wonderful break, the water is not for me lol .... just in a shower.....lovely sunsets and views
Tilly
It sounds as though you have had a lovely week away. I enjoyed reading the story of the monkey. That is a new one for me! We always found Premier Inns to be a good choice, so I am glad you were pleased with your's. Have a good week getting back in to the routine of home. Kate x
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