A walk around Fiddleford
The Leader
Wendy
Who Turned Up
Wendy, Sue, Diane, Trudy H, Trudy B, Trisha, David
The Walk
The sky looked a little overcast but it was dry so we had hopes of a pleasant walk. We drove to the Sturminster Mill car park. We then crossed the main road and climbed the hill to Piddles Wood. This was a walk we had enjoyed several times before, but in the reverse direction. Wendy noted how the woodland path had been widened since our last visit, making it more easy-going, but less adventurous. From the woods, we walked down to Fiddleford. The inn here had been refurbished since we last walked in this area so our visit was something of a recce.
After lunch we took the route across the fields parallel with the river towards Sturminster Newton. The path was easy going and level and took us right into the town. We had a brief hiccup when Wendy tripped and hurt her wrist. We all hope you will not be too badly bruised tomorrow, Wendy. Once we were in the town, some detours were made through the discount shops.
A couple of times during the day we wondered if the overcast might turn to rain but luck was on our side and we remained dry throughout. We finished off the day with cakes and tea courtesy of Diane and Tony. Thank you both for your hospitality.
The Pub
The Fiddleford Inn. This has to be a good one. For the first time in many a month the pie-eater couldn't finish his pie. The food was well prepared and presented and everone had good helpings. Even the coffee was pronounced to be "pretty good" and it has to be good to pass scrutiny with the Wednesday Walkers.
Next Week
Meet at David's for a pie-fest in the forest
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