When we were in Cornwall, which you can read more about here, we had to make a trip to the beach. Living as we do in the Midlands, beach trips are few and far between for us, so any time we’re close to the coast, we’ll get there, rain or shine! We went over to Polzeath beach, which was brilliant as we could park right on it.
The Husband got the kite out as it was very windy, which he enjoyed, though the kids ignored him!
Boo was all about the bucket and spade. It’s a requirement, isn’t it, when you go the the beach so rarely?
And Little Man absolutely loved paddling in the little stream..
By doing so with him, I discovered that my wellies leaked, which while annoying at the time, was an excuse to go shopping to buy more 😉 And despite him falling over and totally soaking himself within 2 minutes of being there, he carried on and adored it, screaming when we had to leave (and fully change his clothes in the car!).
It was cold, windy, and Little Man and I were wet, but we still all had fun! Now, I’m not saying that it wouldn’t have been better with warmth and no need for coats, though – one day we’ll have a trip to the beach just like that, one day…..!
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The beach looks lovely. We forgot our bucket and spade on our trip and little man asked for it repeatedly. Must remember for next time! #countrykids
Ours lives in our boot, along with the kite. We can never mess up then! X
Is that you??? I have to admit that I havent really seen you Jocelyn! It is always us with the camera right? Dads and the kids are always in the photo. Nice to see you and nice to see you had a fun day! #countrykids
Ha ha – yep, there I am! I tend to have the camera, so rarely in shots. It was lots of fun, thanks x
We need to see more of your pretty face Miss Jocelyn! 🙂 Gorgeous pics as always. Hope you got the new wellies you wanted! Xx
Ha ha! Yep, got some stripy Joules wellies. Don’t want to dirty them now… 😉
I think a beach trip is brilliant whatever the weather. More likely to have the beach to yourself. Puddle jumping. How else can you find out you need new wellies? #CountryKids
Very true! X
What a lovely beach Jocelyn. Pretty sure I would have been there as a child! Love how hubby was ignored with the kite! My two would have fought over it! Lol! #CountryKids
I don’t think they even spotted it! X
Polzeath is indeed lovely, but packed though especially in the summer. Glad you guys enjoyed Cornwall 🙂 ps Was finally able to send off my book for the book-swap! 🙂 x #CountryKids
We had it pretty much to ourselves – lovely 🙂 And great – very exciting!
The beach is always good fun whatever the weather. It somehow distracts you from the cold and keeps them nice and busy. My wee man is the same whenever it is time to go! #countrykids
They loved it there – both very happy!
I love Polzeath in any weather, but yes a little more warmth would be nice. And what a great excuse for new wellies (although not pleasant)!!
Not pleasant at all, but I did like welly shopping! X
What a gorgeous day out, and that first picture is stunning. #countrykids
Thank you 🙂 x
it does look like a lot of fun on the beach. You can’t beat a bit of fun on the beach, even if it is cold!
It was and they loved it. Would just be nice to do in the heat at some point, too!
Looks like a beautiful day out Jocelyn. And so true how a bucket and spade is always needed at the beach no matter the weather.
Yes, essential items!
We had a very similar experience on Crooklets beach in Bude back in October (those Cornish beaches are pretty stunning, eh?!) but our problem was that JJ was the perfect age for a bit of rock-pooling whilst EJ just wanted to run off – sometimes towards the sea, sometimes back towards the car park – it was all a bit fraught! But still a lot of fun. I’m looking forward to going back there when he’s a bit older (and during the summer too although I’m sure it’ll be heaving!). I too bought new wellies whilst in Cornwall! #CountryKids
I can picture that scene! I keep telling myself, it’ll be easier next year…!
How odd but amazing that you can park on the beach?! We managed a week in Cornwall without visiting the beach once 🙁 x
Ah, too busy having fun elsewhere then 🙂 x
I almost prefer the beach in the cold, wrapped up and in your wellies 🙂 We’re lucky here and close to lots of beaches, although our favourite is one next to a lake rather than the sea!
It’d be nice to be near to several. A trip always feels extra special for us, though 🙂
The beach in wellies is surprisingly fun isn’t it, gorgeous pictures and looks like lot’s of fun.
Yes, it was fun, and the kids loved it 🙂 Thanks x