It's lucky that we like Portland Marina, because we'll be here for a few days. It's blowing a right hooley out there, and the sea state is very rough in Lyme Bay - who'd have thought it? We went for a long walk round Portland, mainly round the perimeter of the prison, which goes on for miles. We were forced to buy sandwiches from the Co-op, as it seemed impossible to find a gastropub anywhere. Perhaps the locals don't go out to eat very often, or could it be that most of them are behind bars?
Looking out to sea, we could see the extreme turbulence of the notorious Portland Race. Allegedly, substantial vessels have disappeared without trace in this race, and seeing it in its full force eight glory was a reminder of why it's important to give it a wide berth. Preferably via Dorchester if it was possible.
We think that we may be able to leave on Thursday or Friday, but the forecasts are changing all the time, and even if the wind dies, it still takes 24 to 36 hours for the sea to calm down. You can't cheat and get the bus when you're on a boat.
Afternoon, can't believe all this.. the excitement I guess builds ...not like a two weeker now I bet. To be honest if you'd both fallen on your knees to St Brendan or St Brigid ..(equal,opportunity notice there) instead of all that pagan god mullarky you'd have given Portland a really wide berth. love the pictures , bella rosa looks excited too.
ReplyDeleteHelloooooo. My experience in that neck of the woods, once the hooly goes (say back down to F4 or below) the sea smooths down very quickly - within 1 tide ... cuz of the tide. Its like once the wind dies, the tide just takes all the wrinkles and smooths them out! Or maybe that's just how it felt... its all relative! I LOVE your Ipad painting - so evocative. J n J
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