Four TRs met up for a leisurely drive down to Purbeck Island encompassing a lunch stop in Christchurch at the Emporium Antiques warehouse. Then via the Sandbanks ferry to Shell beach and our ultimate destination at the Knoll House Hotel in Studland.
Day 2 – Golf Lessons, Worbarrow Bay, Tyneham, Paddling
This very hot sunny day was packed, starting with a highly competitive game of Pitch & Putt amongst the gorse and heather downland opposite the hotel. Then we drove to the famous abandoned village of Tyneham amongst the Purbeck hills.
Followed by a route march to Worbarrow bay and, for some adventurous souls, [the men] a stiff climb to the top of a very steep promontory. The ladies wisely sat on a bench and admired the view!
Somewhat tired we returned to the Hotel for an excellent meal and bed.
Day 3 – Trains, Corfe, a castle, Swanage and steam!
We travelled to Swanage for an excursion on the steam railway. A steam engine fair was in progress near Corfe, Tim and Graham decided to spend the day looking at some magnificent engines in steam before retiring to the beer tent to dodge some rainstorms.
The rest of the party spent the day exploring Corfe village and its iconic castle before returning to Swanage town. Another fun packed day and yet another meal at the hotel.
And now the fun bit…
Day 4 – The run home
The following morning, we packed up for the comparatively short drive home (approximately 2 hours).
It was a very interesting weekend enjoyed by everyone and in case you are wondering Mike Heelis won the pitch and putt competition with Lynda Heelis as runner up.
We all think they had been seriously practicing over the week leading up to the run!
Great photos a good time seems to be had by all
Gill and my 3 daughters are thinking of a long weekend next September at the Knoll House Hotel
Would you recommend it especially the food and standard of rooms?
Rooms were good, food excellent and ambiance just as expected. Walking distance to the beach and loads to see and do all withing a short drive. Highly recommended.
Great photos a good time seems to be had by all
Gill and my 3 daughters are thinking of a long weekend next September at the Knoll House Hotel
Would you recommend it especially the food and standard of rooms?
Hi John,
Rooms were good, food excellent and ambiance just as expected. Walking distance to the beach and loads to see and do all withing a short drive. Highly recommended.