How is your Summer ?

Unread post by **gfwgfw** » 29 Jul 2014, 12:51

Rural Darzet is packed tight with beetroot red Grockels

Unread post by **GillD46** » 29 Jul 2014, 12:59

Summer here on the Gower Peninsula is wonderful. Yes there are holiday makers, but on the whole they are families enjoying themselves. Traffic hasn't been too bad. The weather has been glorious - and I wouldn't be anywhere else.

Unread post by **Silver_Shiney** » 29 Jul 2014, 13:20

way too hot for me

Unread post by **Susan Watt** » 29 Jul 2014, 14:07

It's even been too hot in the north east. Today it has clouded over with a nice cool breeze.

Unread post by **barney** » 29 Jul 2014, 16:18

The Garden of England is always sunny (even when it's not)

I think I may have been an Aboriginee in a previous life because the heat rarely bothers me.

I seriously hate being too cold.

Unread post by **Dark Knight** » 29 Jul 2014, 17:22

afternoon oh giant member
the summer has been kind up ere in the norf
we are harvesting the fruits of the garden and enjoying the warm weather and not a bloody tourist in sight, so win win

all the best to you and yours

The Dark One

Unread post by **Boris+** » 29 Jul 2014, 17:51

I think I'm just about back on track but getting fit again and combatting the heat whilst so doing is a bit much - not to mention the pram pushing exercise!

However, things are going fine, parts of the garden looking neglected, but that's down to my health etc., however our tomatoes are just starting to turn red.

Em

Unread post by **Manoverboard** » 29 Jul 2014, 18:45

So HOT in rural Darset that we recently went to rural Hampshire to ride upon the open top Buses that circulate around the New Forest ... had an ice cream as well

Also had a super lunch in our favourite watering hole in Lymington, plus a timely ice cold Japanese pint of lager and another meal and a pint or two in a pub ( White Hart ? ) in Cadnam early evening.

And I'm still too bloody hot

Unread post by **Frank Manning** » 30 Jul 2014, 09:03

Yes super weather. Very busy all the time though....whoever coined the phrase retirement (?)....I nevr get time! Did have a great day out at the Ageas Bowl for 2nd test against India yesterday though and witnessed some superb cricket by England including a brilliant display of out fielding by sub Sean Terry. Cricket isn't all about limted overs slogging; it is possible to appreciate other subtle (to some) skills in the game.

Unread post by **Frank Manning** » 30 Jul 2014, 09:07

Manoverboard wrote:
So HOT in rural Darset that we recently went to rural Hampshire to ride upon the open top Buses that circulate around the New Forest ... had an ice cream as well

Also had a super lunch in our favourite watering hole in Lymington, plus a timely ice cold Japanese pint of lager and another meal and a pint or two in a pub ( White Hart ? ) in Cadnam early evening.

And I'm still too bl**dy hot

The White Hart in cadnam is a good pub MOB. Which one to you frequent in Lymington? We used to like The Fishermans Rest, but The Angel Hotel is good, and The Mill at Gordleton is also very good.

Unread post by **CaroleF** » 30 Jul 2014, 09:50

Love The Mill at Gordleton - it's in such a pretty location with its resident duck and the food is lovely - no not the duck! We were in Dorset last Saturday and it was so hot we couldn't do anything but lounge in the shade drinking Rose wine - sorry can't get the accent on the 'e'. It's been far too hot for me - Monday was quite a relief when it was much cooler but the heat was back yesterday. Mind you I'd be moaning like anything if it was raining - we English are just contrary I suppose.

Carole

Unread post by **Stephen** » 30 Jul 2014, 10:45

Glad it's cooled down a bit today. It's been hot as hell here in the South East. A nightmare trying to sleep at night.

Still, mustn't grumble, it'll soon be winter and I can get the open fire going

Unread post by **Dancing Queen** » 30 Jul 2014, 10:47

I love winter

Unread post by **Manoverboard** » 30 Jul 2014, 11:47

Frank Manning wrote:
Manoverboard wrote:
So HOT in rural Darset that we recently went to rural Hampshire to ride upon the open top Buses that circulate around the New Forest ... had an ice cream as well

Also had a super lunch in our favourite watering hole in Lymington, plus a timely ice cold Japanese pint of lager and another meal and a pint or two in a pub ( White Hart ? ) in Cadnam early evening.

And I'm still too bl**dy hot
The White Hart in cadnam is a good pub MOB. Which one to you frequent in Lymington? We used to like The Fishermans Rest, but The Angel Hotel is good, and The Mill at Gordleton is also very good.

Frank,

Lunch was at the Stanwell House Hotel

I had a Thai chicken variation at the White Hart, excellent but not enough sauce. They said to ask for a side dish of extra sauce next time

Unread post by **david63** » 30 Jul 2014, 11:54

Stephen wrote:
It's been hot as hell here in the South East.

At least you will know what to expect when you get there

Unread post by **MicheleW** » 30 Jul 2014, 12:11

Having a fantastic summer here in Mid-Wales.
Enjoying lots of barbecues, al-fresco dining and relaxing in the sun on the new garden swing.
Having to go out early in the morning and late at night with the dogs to avoid the heat.
And have just started enjoying the first cucumbers and tomatoes from the greenhouse.
I love it

Michele

PS. Forgot to mention all the ice cream I'm eating

Unread post by **Frank Manning** » 30 Jul 2014, 14:46

Manoverboard wrote:
Frank Manning wrote:
Manoverboard wrote:
So HOT in rural Darset that we recently went to rural Hampshire to ride upon the open top Buses that circulate around the New Forest ... had an ice cream as well

Also had a super lunch in our favourite watering hole in Lymington, plus a timely ice cold Japanese pint of lager and another meal and a pint or two in a pub ( White Hart ? ) in Cadnam early evening.

And I'm still too bl**dy hot
The White Hart in cadnam is a good pub MOB. Which one to you frequent in Lymington? We used to like The Fishermans Rest, but The Angel Hotel is good, and The Mill at Gordleton is also very good.
Frank,

Lunch was at the Stanwell House Hotel

I had a Thai chicken variation at the White Hart, excellent but not enough sauce. They said to ask for a side dish of extra sauce next time

Yes Stanwell House is another great place for food in Lymington. There was a time when the White Hart was a bit of a dive, but it has looked up a bit in the last few years.

Unread post by **Silver_Shiney** » 30 Jul 2014, 15:41

Does anyone know what the Shoulder of Mutton is like these days (on the Ringwood Road, Poole side of Bear Cross)?

Unread post by **JenniC** » 30 Jul 2014, 16:06

At the risk of high jacking this thread, we are in Dorset on 8 Sept and need somewhere really nice for a meal. We are staying at Lulworth Cove, but don't mind a 20 min or so drive.... recommendations please.

Unread post by **Manoverboard** » 30 Jul 2014, 17:02

JenniC wrote:
At the risk of high jacking this thread, we are in Dorset on 8 Sept and need somewhere really nice for a meal. We are staying at Lulworth Cove, but don't mind a 20 min or so drive.... recommendations please.

There is only one ' really ' special place within that distance ... The Priory at Wareham

Consider afternoon tea if the evening fare is too expensive for your tastes.

Unread post by **Stephen** » 30 Jul 2014, 17:08

I bet if you speak to GFW nicely he will knock you up a nice rabbit hot pot

Unread post by **Stephen** » 30 Jul 2014, 17:09

david63 wrote:
Stephen wrote:
It's been hot as hell here in the South East.
At least you will know what to expect when you get there

They won't have me David. Too much of a trouble maker apparently, so I've got to make do with upstairs

Unread post by **gfwgfw** » 31 Jul 2014, 09:42

JenniC wrote:
At the risk of high jacking this thread, we are in Dorset on 8 Sept and need somewhere really nice for a meal. We are staying at Lulworth Cove, but don't mind a 20 min or so drive.... recommendations please.

Hi Jennie

The Guldhall tavern sited in Old Town Poole is a good venue

But prebooking is essential

Graham

Unread post by **towny44** » 31 Jul 2014, 09:45

Summer has gone on its hols here in Yorkshire, hopefully only temporarily.

Unread post by **gfwgfw** » 31 Jul 2014, 19:31

Hey Ho

It has been a funny ole day here in HOT Poole Bay

I rescued a pretty damsel in distress

Cus I had a happen to bleedy gert big shiny "safety pin" in my Daks pocket

Methinks

Enough said . . . but her modesty was restored

Luboo all

The Nod and a Wink Giant of Cerne Abbas

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