Howth continued

 

3rd May – Saturday

Town Walk – Bought cod from Wrights, Ratatouille and Spuds.  Met Camira Gordon and Louise in Yacht Club.

4th May – Sunday

Coastal Walk on the Fingal Trail from Howth centre to the summit.  It was a windy day and the wind made the walk quite tricky in parts, especially when passing people.  Great views over the cliffs which are thickly laiden with sea birds.  On the way back into town we stopped at the ‘Top Pub’ to have a drink and use the Wi-Fi.  The locals were watching Hurling on TV and ‘hurling’ every shade of abuse at the screen, very entertaining, and not for easily offended.  Sea Bass for Tea.

5th May – Monday

Lazy Day and Walk.

6th May – Tuesday

Cleaning and mending during the day for our visitors.  Laura and Damian arrived at 6.00pm and came to the boat for a drink, then we went to the Yacht club and on to the Restaurant.  ‘Aqua’ is situated on the end of the quayside and has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the sea.  It feels like being on a cruise ship as the weather, sea and boats pass by.  Great food, if a little pricey.  Lovely evening had by all.

7th May – Wednesday

Walk on Harbour wall.  Pressure Cooker Spag Bol, no explosion. Drinks on Camira with Gordon and Louise.

8th May – Thursday

Into Dublin on the Dart today to have a look around and meet Laura and Damian for Dinner.  We went to the National Museum (free) which has a world class Viking exhibition.  There is a huge amount of Viking Gold and Treasures on display.  Really gives you an understanding of their level of sophistication. We thought we would pass an hour and spent three hours there.  The building itself is worth seeing, it was purpose built and reflects Victorian engineering and design.

Then to meet Laura in her flat, which was lovely, with over-the-city views of the hills.  Then to Toscana for tea.  She gave us loads of Videos for our trip, which will be very useful, when TV stops completely.

It was lovely to see them and is the last time we will meet face to face for a while, so even more special.

9th May - Friday

Walk on the Harbour wall.  Tuna Chilli Pasta.

10th May – Saturday

Mega Mixed Fish Pie, well, deconstructed pie, Potatoes, Carrots, White Sauce and Fish.

In search of Eurovision, as we have no TV in Howth.  First pub OK but all football, as it was raining we were about to go back to the boat and listen on the Radio.  Found TV at the Abbey Tavern, spent 2 and a half hours watching in amazement. The locals again helped the evening along and we all left slightly bewildered.

11th May – Sunday

Walked to Sutton and found a ‘Supervalu’ supermarket, which would give Tesco a run for its money.  AM – Cut out 246 work shirt squares for the quilt, I won’t need them all but need a choice.  Chicken Curry.

We really enjoyed Howth, especially its Fish shops, but it’s time to move on.  The weather has improved and the Wind has died down.