They brought supplies down with them and took a load of junk that we don't need back with them, although we still seem to have a lot left. Auntie Jean had made me a super comfortable bed in the back of their car - I didn't want to get out.
First of all, we went to Watchet (no, nor had any of us - look it up) it's a quiet little seaside town, where, within minutes of our arrival, mum had managed to find a very 'interesting' gentleman. He told her all about his partner's St Bernard, who had 6 kittens which it picked up in its mouth and that it had been attacked by Jack Russels, necessitating 200 stitches. He'd no sooner told her this when he turned round, stopped a passing motorist, asked him if he was going to Minehead, and jumped in the passenger seat. I don't know how she does it.
Then we went to Dunster Castle, where we had a lovely wander around the gardens, which had some great architectural features. It also had a fabulous display of hyacinths which were emitting the most wonderful, and almost overpowering scent. There was a small pond with a fountain and Uncle Rob wasn't sure if it contained radish or goldfish. Definitely the latter - tad worrying. - he was driving!
And thus to Minehead - an interesting seaside town that has clearly had a prosperous history, with some great houses, and a heritage steam railway (kept the boys happy).
Back to the B&B via a good hearty meal, just in time to plan tomorrow's route, and an early night. A day off but we still managed 6 miles! And a barrel of laughs. Thanks you two.
Happy birthday Auntie Jo xx
Keep spreading the word
M
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