We were hoping to get down to Cornwall for a paddle this weekend, but the worsening forecast kept us at home in Dorset. Instead I went for a morning paddle locally with John Gilmour, just before the strong winds kicked in.
I have never paddled close inshore along the short stretch of coast between Weymouth and White Nothe, so I wanted to have a look. It was pleasant enough, but unexciting. Passing White Nothe, we were back on familiar territory as we continued to Lulworth Cove. The sun came out right on cue and we rockhopped amongst blue water and white cliffs; spectacular.
The cornish weekend became land-bound in the end- the boats stayed on the roof of the car! We went to Boscastle briefly on the way home yesterday, and almost got blown away just trying to look out to sea from the harbour wall! You could see the offshore waves breaking from the road above the village- 800ft up!