As we're on Chicken Pox lock down I thought it would be nice to look back at last week when we decided to make the most of the morning sun and head out for an impromptu harbourside picnic. F loves the water and watching the boats go by, and I'm always up for eating alfresco, plus there's some picturesque walks down through Clifon Wood to the floating harbour. I hastily packed up some things from the fridge and headed out with Paul and an excited F in tow.
Loaded down with an over sized scarf, baguette, cheese, strawberries and olives as well as some little cakes and a cheeky bottle of Lindemans Rose, we made our way to the end Bellevue Crescent and down the 106 steps past Worlds End Cottage. I love this little narrow passageway, it's full of charm with crumbling stone walls and overgrown wild flowers pushing their way through the brickwork.
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We walked down Capricorn Place, F chatting excitedly all the way and occasionally shouting out at the local ferries, hoping someone might wave. It's such a lovely stroll, especially on a summers day and what better way break in my new shoes! The path leads down to a little promenade and jetty where houseboats reside and the cool new cafe Spoke & Springer has recently opened.
We picked a little spot on the jetty and laid out the scarf, food and wine with a few passersby looking on with smiles and tucked in. There's nothing more satisfying then breaking into a fresh baguette and loading it in creamy cheese *mmm my weekend treat!* and F demolished most of the strawberries, reminding me to book a day out at a PYO Strawberry Farm this summer.
We lounged, chatted, explored the promenade and picked wild flowers and soon it was time to head home as F was getting weary after his early start, it's days like these which are sometimes the best, just taking it slow and making special memories for F along the way. This week looks it looks like we'll be taking it easy at home as F recovers from the Chicken Pox which has floored him, poor thing. I hope you had a great weekend in the sun, and perhaps even enjoyed a little outdoor picnic.
Now that is my kind of picnic!
ReplyDeleteYep the wine made was nice treat in the sun ;)
DeleteWow, that looks so perfect!
ReplyDeleteAww thanks it's such a good spot! x
Deletein the words of liz lemon (from 30 rock incase you don't watch it) - i want to go to there. this looks wonderful and delicious all in one. hope F feels better soon!
ReplyDeletehaha love that quote Laura. Thanks hon x
DeleteLooks fab! A really lovely part of town and I LOVE the shadow picture - great shot.
ReplyDeleteI didn't realise I'd captured it until I was going through the camera :) x
DeleteAh beautiful Bristol harbourside, makes me feel so lucky to live here! x
ReplyDeleteIt's such a lovely place ay! x
DeleteSo lovely! Great shots (and shoes), too. We need to make our Bristol date soooon! xx
ReplyDeleteOOh yes defo, it'll be great! x
DeleteGorgeous photos of what looks like an amazing low key day. You've got my MADs vote :) xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks lovely was a fun day and thanks for the vote! x
DeleteIt looks amazing, the scenery and the food! x
ReplyDeleteIs there anything better than fresh French bread, butter and cheese? I would eat that all day long, forever I reckon. Oh, and wine too :-) Hope everything's OK on the pox front - poor little guy (and you) x
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect spot for a picnic! I love a picnic down at the harbourside. We must do it soon.
ReplyDeleteI love that part of the harbourside, until recently I didn't know there was the little ferry that went from riverside to side either.
ReplyDeleteOne of the best things at this time of year is a picnic. I also love seeing around someone else's local area, it's always interesting!
ReplyDeleteI do love a good picnic and some wine - blissful summer times
ReplyDeleteLaura x