The title suggests an inter-county sojourn has taken place, in reality we popped 25 miles down the coast for a friends wedding.
Instead of driving down on the morning of the big day, we got a small chalet on a well established holiday park for two days. Perfect for a little break and situated a stones throw from the beach. Although screaming onshore on our arrival, the wind dropped the next morning so a quick 1 hour surf could be had before getting suited and booted.
Either side of the wedding allowed for good walks on the beautiful Hayle Towans Beach, stretching all the way to Gwithian and Godrevy at low tide.
On Sunday morning and (surprisingly) intact from the wedding, a quick surf check of Hayle River-mouth was necessary as the swell had picked up. Unfortunately so had the wind, making the waves unridable. Still, I love that stretch of sand so much it was good to get out and walk along the shoreline before the tide rushed in.
A few desperate surfers were making their way back to their cars, gripping onto their boards with both hands and leaning into the screaming wind. Despite the wind, the Hayle Surf Live Saving Club were out in full force and having a great time, the unstoppable enthusiasm was uplifting to see. Almost to the point of swaying me to a foolhardy quick twenty minute surf!
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