Tuesday, 30th August 2022
Poplars Riverside Caravan Park, Haydon Bridge, NE47 6BY (N54.9695 W2.253)
For many years, we have been saying that we should do more trips in our 'local' area.
The temptation was always to head for Europe, and the sun, but, Covid put a stop to that, temporarily at least.
This year, we (I) have been making more effort to search out local places to visit, the soaring
price of diesel, is, of course, an added incentive, it is now costing well over £100 to fill the tank with diesel. In addition, this year, the UK has enjoyed(?) a hot and dry summer, hopefully, it is not over.
Haydon Bridge is a place I have driven through, or past, probably hundreds of times, without stopping.
On arrival, initial impressions are favourable. The site is small, mostly statics (about 35), with space for about 9 tourers. Today, there appears to be only about three of the statics occupied, and, in the touring area, we are joined by a caravan and one other Motorhome.
A mix up over delivery slots for some timber I ordered for garden fence means we do not get away from home until nearly midday, so, arrival here was in time for a late lunch.
Not much done today. A bit of exploring, on foot, we get our bearings, find the route to the village, (about 0.75 miles away), and the Coop supermarket, plus a few pubs and at least one coffee shop
Weather is pleasant, so far, so good.
Hi Ken...Man, you and Kathleen could have cycled there with them new bikes ! You can jump on a train from Haydon Bridge and the boys will meet you in the Toon on Friday neet! Have fun.
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Thank you
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