Newquay

We got to Newquay on Monday afternoon and booked in to our hotel. After sorting out the problem of being given a room overlooking the street, when we had booked a sea view, we finally settled in - only to find we were being scrutinised by a Herring gull. I think he just wanted a share of our sandwiches.

Despite the rather stormy weather, we had a good view from our room.

The drama of a stormy sky only added to the view.

We soon managed to get out for a walk in the blustery winds and headed round the harbour.

The familiar 'dragon' roof ornament was standing up to the wind and the gulls seemed to be having a good time.

The waves were rolling in as the skies cleared.

In sunny interludes, the sea was showing a wonderful greenish blue colour - and a good bit of spume.

A rainbow seemed to indicate that a pot of gold would be found near the old lifeboat station.

The ancient Hewer's Hut looked dramatic as it shone white against a dark and glowering sky.

And still the waves rolled in...

Much more tomorrow.