UK Day 10 - Several Locations

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(2022.09.17) Two batches of photos today.  For the first, Emma and I went for breakfast at Starbucks and then took the long way back to the cabin by way of Penmaenpool with its wonderful bridge and hotel/pub.  For the second part, Ian, Emma, and I visited the area around Lake Vyrnwy and Rhiwager waterfall.
The toll bridge at Penmaenpool.

Herron.

There was some sort of bike event that day.  A lot of riders passed through.

Sheep tracks in the mud.

A nice peaceful scene with the George III hotel on the right.  I must of taken two dozen pictures of this boat from various angle, but I like this one best.

Coast guard helicopter flying over.

The River Dovey valley.

Ian on top of the world.

Sheep of the day.

Rhiwagor waterfall.

A busy bee.

Ian and Emma on the trail ahead.

Evening fishing on Laka Bala.

Sunset over Lake Bala.


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