On the way back to Oxford we stopped off at Marwell Zoo. where we watched the penguins and took pictures of animals The Curios Coatis were a hit Very photogenic as you can see The snow leopard was a hit Darren being eaten by a hippo Back to the penguins for an interesting talk … Continue reading Marwell Zoo
Packing up
We were sorry to leave – it had been a great place to stay- but holidays have to come to an end at some point. Our chalet, in its lovely woodland setting. Luggage being packed into the minibus There is a large room at the end of the chalet, with a kitchen area for cooking
Crabbing at Mudeford
A trip to the seaside was very much appreciatedWe went crabbing without much success at first Simon has caught a crab ! Helen giving it some welly Max and Carol have caught another crab. Soon we a bucket full – which are returned to the sea for someone else to catch tomorrow. Appetites enhanced by… Continue reading Crabbing at Mudeford
Swimming
The pool at Avon Tyrrell is outdoors, but is heated by a heat pump so nice and warm in the water but cooler in the open air Some of us thought it wiser to spectate but those who went in had a great time ! The staff at Avon Tyrrell were very good. We had… Continue reading Swimming
Climbing Wall
We went on the climbing wall – it looks very high ! especially from up close but, undaunted, we get kitted out with helmets and harnesses. John going up ! Trisha preparing to climb She is fearless ! On the way to the top. Sarah is enjoying the experience Sarah on her way up too.… Continue reading Climbing Wall
On the Watercress Line
The Watercress Line is a Preserved Railway in Hampshire which used to carry fresh watercress to market. It is now run for tourists and railway enthusiasts.
Treasure hunt
We’re off on a Treasure Hunt ! The treasure hunt took us all over the site Sharing out treasure at the end Avon Tyrrell for wheelchair users Something to bear in mind for groups with wheelchair users is that Avon Tyrrell is a wooded site, and some of the paths are… Continue reading Treasure hunt
Cooked Breakfast
Helen and Darren cooked a delicious cooked breakfast with sausages, bacon and scrambled eggs.which everyone enjoyed.Carol washing up.
First Evening at Avon Tyrrell
Cooking after a delicious meal we played games
Archery at Avon Tyrrell
Our first activity was Archery They have a clever device which holds a bow so it can be fired by pulling a cord watching and waiting The staff are very helpful – here is a short video