Walks and stories

Autumn in Adcombe Woods

Regular blog readers would be forgiven for thinking that the only walking we have been doing in Somerset is on the Quantock Hill’s. However, since…

Still a Few Leaves Remain!

We can never tire of walking on the Quantock Hills and so far have managed to ensure that at least part of our route is…

Another Route on the Quantock Hills

Today’s walk takes us onto the Quantock Hills for a pleasant loop that starts along the broad track from Frog Hill towards Halsway Post. Halfway…

Firepool Lock

Our walk today is from our temporary residence in Taunton into the town centre. It does not sound very enticing, but this walk takes us…

Poppies, Barges and Hippothames

Another day when I have meetings in London, but this time Lynnie joins me for the trip so that we can combine work and pleasure.…

Back on the Quantock Hills

After a trip to London the desire to get out for a good walk in the open countryside is strong. There can hardly be a…

Look Right, Left and Right Again!

After months of travelling the Country I find myself travelling to London from Taunton this is a trip that I did frequently in the past…

Cobwebs In The Mist

A damp and misty autumnal day and Lynnie declines the offer of a walk, so the boys and I head off for the Quantock Hills.…

Signs Of Autumn!

As I have said before, one of the beauties of being in Taunton is walking on the Quantock Hills. Followers of the blog will know…

Culmstock Beacon

A few weeks ago, whilst enjoying a pint in the Greyhound at Staple Fitzpaine, I picked up a small leaflet on walks on the Blackdown…