Sunday, 26 April 2015

Broad Haven to Solva - 21 km

Did you know that I have mountain goat blood? No, neither did I but after today's effort, I feel like I must surely have. What a hilly, steep countryside we traversed today. All those spin classes and PT with Jacqui and Julie must have helped. I am reliably informed that worse is to come. Oh goody! The weather was beautiful, sunny skies and a lovely cool breeze blowing off the ocean!
We passed a lot of walkers and a couple of joggers, mad people! There is a running event next weekend that takes the runners along the same path we are walking. I can't imagine running the path- walking is treacherous enough!
We had our first injury today, with sister #1 stumbling and grabbing hold of a gorse bush, with its sharp, needle like thorns. Ouch! Blood was spilt and first aid was required on the steep path. All good though - no emergency services needed :)
We stopped at a little town to grab a drink and were joined by a vintage car group, who pulled in after we did. The woman behind the bar was a bit stressed, we think. Said we could stay if we wanted ( we only wanted a drink and quick break before tackling the next hill, which we could see) - but a large group would be eating in this area (good for them).
It was a MASSIVE climb and I thought I might need oxygen, but we all survived.
Lots and lots of stairs today as well...I will never complain about our two flights of stairs at work again.
Solva is a nice little place. We are staying at The Cambrian Inn and I am currently in the bar. Seems like the place to be.