18 of us set off through lovely woods on Robin's excellent 10km coastal walk to celebrate his birthday, starting from St Ninian's cave.
There were lots of flowers on view today - see below.
The route took us over Burrow Head, shortly before which everyone paused in memory of the Wicker Man film (1973), which was filmed nearby.
Views extended to the Isle of Man and many other landmarks.
Lunch on Burrow Head, then, after more lovely coast, teas in the Isle of Whithorn café before nine of us headed up to Cairnharrow. This was a nice summit after a short, steep climb, with extensive views, in continuing fine weather. A 50 minute ascent.
Heading back down, we reached the cars at 6:10 and were back at base by 6:40, in time for a quick wash before enjoying a selection of risottos prepared by Heather and Roger. Delicious.
In the woods:
Bluebells, Lesser Celandine, Wild Garlic, Great tit, Blue tit, Chiffchaffs
On the coast:
Spring squill, Meadow Saxifrage, Gorse with a strong smell of coconut, Stonecrop, Sea Campion, Red Campion, Common Dog Violet, Thrift, seals, nesting tufted ducks.
On Cairnharrow:
Primroses, wood anemone, wood sorrel.
Plus much more...
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