Trinity (Day 2)

We are loving our AirBnB accommodation. What's not to like about a self contained flat, with kitchen/lounge/diner, large shower room and a bedroom with a super-king, yes super-king sized bed. Most of the houses we've seen on the island are large. For sale at the moment, a five bedroom new build at £22 million. Or something a little cheaper, a one bed flat at £330,000. Bargains!

Today we decided to walk along the coastal bath from nearby Bouley Bay to Rozel, a round trip of around five miles. Five miles of up and down, with fantastic views along the coast. With a few other people around we took our time enjoying the spring flowers that pushed their way up through the wilted and bronzed fronds of last year's ferns.

 John's eagle eye spotted jelly ear, also known as monkey's ear growing on dead elderberry branches. They went straight in a bag for tomorrow's breakfast omelette. For those of you not familiar with these gelatinous ear shaped fungi, they may be something you've eaten at a Chinese restaurant in a mixed vegetable dish. As disgusting as they sound, they are actually quite tasty. 

Having stopped at Rozel yesterday we knew refreshments awaited us at The Hungry Man on the harbour. Once again we watched a brave soul take to the water, if only for five minutes. Is it worth it, taking off your warm clothes for five minutes of torture in cold water. Apparently, if you want to improve your circulation, reduce blood pressure and increase your libido!

Today's conversation with some local people was the charge of 70 pence for a reusable bag in the shops on the islands. A fine of £1,000 is imposed on retailers who do not uphold this. Makes you think, time to stop hoarding bags for life in the kitchen drawer.