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Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven

jazzy said:
You really must go to the Isles of Scilly Fred. It is a magical place and the beaches especially on Tresco will make you think you are in the Caribbean.
However don't be tempted to go by sea . You are perfectly placed to get a cab to Lands End Airport and it's a 15 minute hop on the plane.
My tip is stay on St Mary's ( much cheaper ) and get the daily boat to the outer Islands . Tresco is expensive but a must visit.
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I quite fancy the boat trip tbh Jazz. I like being on the sea (and yes I know the Scillonian has a certain reputation). I also quite like the idea of an overnight stay in Penzance and a visit to this nice Indian restaurant we used to frequent whenever we were out that way.

I think Hugh Town is the place to stay. There seems to be lots of B&Bs and restaurants there and you can take the water taxis to the other islands from there easily enough. Really want to visit the Abbey gardens on Tresco.
 
Barnfred 55 said:
Having a nice relaxing afternoon on my sunbed listening to an 80s playlist on my IPod thanks AT. Just had a glass of cold blackcurrant juice. I've had worse hangovers it has to be said. ;)
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That all sounds rather idyllic I must say. It’s alright for some!

While nice here there is a coolness to the breeze so fine for walking but not sun lounging.
 
Armaghtoffee said:
That all sounds rather idyllic I must say. It’s alright for some!

While nice here there is a coolness to the breeze so fine for walking but not sun lounging.
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It is wonderfully warm here. Will be sitting on the patio later, chimnea lit, Mert (cat) having his evening picnic, then retiring to the snug with a bottle of red, log burner glowing, with a homemade burger and fries.

Might even pop down the pub for a half.
 

roydo said:
It is wonderfully warm here. Will be sitting on the patio later, chimnea lit, Mert (cat) having his evening picnic, then retiring to the snug with a bottle of red, log burner glowing, with a homemade burger and fries.

Might even pop down the pub for a half.
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Well in mate, a lovely evening ahead.

This has all put me in the mood for a drink later but must be good unfortunately.
 
Armaghtoffee said:
Well in mate, a lovely evening ahead.

This has all put me in the mood for a drink later but must be good unfortunately.
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I have most likely mentioned it before, but after the best part of 3 years looking out for Nikki and then me Mum, I made a deal that I would have a year for ikkle old me, before I make any decisions about selling the cottage etc etc etc. Knowing I can pay the mortgage off in a few months, most likely anyrate, and being largely financially secure at the age of 58, whilst being a huge privilege, its down to me. I am by no means wealthy, but ok.

Ok is, well, ok.
 
Barnfred 55 said:
I quite fancy the boat trip tbh Jazz. I like being on the sea (and yes I know the Scillonian has a certain reputation). I also quite like the idea of an overnight stay in Penzance and a visit to this nice Indian restaurant we used to frequent whenever we were out that way.

I think Hugh Town is the place to stay. There seems to be lots of B&Bs and restaurants there and you can take the water taxis to the other islands from there easily enough. Really want to visit the Abbey gardens on Tresco.
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Absolutely spot on re High Town. It's lovely , quite small but a handful of pubs and restaurants. I will dig out the name of the B&B we stayed at.
We also stayed at New Inn on Tesco. Absolutely fantastic but very expensive. However after you visit Abbey Gardens ( superb) walk up the coast to Ruin Beach Cafe , some of the best fish I've ever had.
You would get me on the Scillonian for love or money. Enjoy your sea sickness if you go on it.
 

roydo said:
I have most likely mentioned it before, but after the best part of 3 years looking out for Nikki and then me Mum, I made a deal that I would have a year for ikkle old me, before I make any decisions about selling the cottage etc etc etc. Knowing I can pay the mortgage off in a few months, most likely anyrate, and being largely financially secure at the age of 58, whilst being a huge privilege, its down to me. I am by no means wealthy, but ok.

Ok is, well, ok.
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Despite the hard times you have had recently mate, there is a lot of contentment in that. You worked hard for it and fully deserve it.
 
Armaghtoffee said:
Despite the hard times you have had recently mate, there is a lot of contentment in that. You worked hard for it and fully deserve it.
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It wasnt hard looking out for Nikki (would not swap a second of it) nor Mum, but in hindsight, it was tiring, and full on.

I am extremely fortunate that my pension did what it did a few years back, nowt to do with me other than a decision I made about 20 years ago. Using pretend figures, if it was worth £100k 3 years ago, it would be worth about £50k today. Just down to interest rates. Which I have zero control over, obvs.
 
roydo said:
It wasnt hard looking out for Nikki (would not swap a second of it) nor Mum, but in hindsight, it was tiring, and full on.

I am extremely fortunate that my pension did what it did a few years back, nowt to do with me other than a decision I made about 20 years ago. Using pretend figures, if it was worth £100k 3 years ago, it would be worth about £50k today. Just down to interest rates. Which I have zero control over, obvs.
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Pensions are one thing I have no clue about. I really should be better informed than I am.
 

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