The Wednesday Walk 13th February 2013

The Plan

Coy Pond to Talbot Heath

The Leader

Trudy B

Who Turned Up

Trudy B, Wendy, Sue, Beatrice and Tony H, David

The Walk

The weather forecast was a bit iffy but six of us turned up regardless. Suitably kitted out, we set out from Coy Pond towards Talbot Heath. This was a new walk for several of us and we were surprised at the size and ruggedness of the heathland in such close proximity to Bournemouth. The morning was relatively dry, just the odd bit of drizzle, and the paths were not too muddy. Our route brought us out close to Sainsbury’s store at Alder Hills.
After lunch we walked around the big pool in the Alder Hills Nature Reserve and then made our way back across the heath. By now the rain was becoming a bit of a nuisance but there was general agreement that this is a walk worth repeating in summer weather.
We finished off with tea and carrot cake at Trudy’s. Many thanks, Trudy.

The Pub

The Harvester at Alder Hills. We have had varying experiences with Harvester Inns. This one, like the one at Old Sarum, seems to be up to scratch. We got a table for six right away, the service was prompt and the food was generally good. The pie eater had fish and chips for a change and was well pleased with the quality.

Next Week

A walk alongside the Moselle river with a visit to a winery.