We took a journey to the west Lancashire coast on Monday, J and I, and it was absolutely b-e-a-u-tiful.
Our original Monday morning plan had been to go for a quick coffee followed by an attempt at ticking off some mundane chores from our rather long (and rather boring) to-do list. But in a very uncharacteristic way J totally surprised me by suggesting we ditch the chores and drive to the sea instead, and I tell you my heart soared to the heavens on hearing his words. He is not a spontaneous man, and this was very unusual (but quite wonderful) behaviour. I was absolutely ecstatic.
On the way home from dropping Little B at school, we stopped to buy chocolate and some sandwiches, then called in at Coopers Cafe to pick up a couple of lattes which we decanted into flasks to take with us.
It took 80 minutes to drive to this lovely little unspoilt part of the coast, and when we arrived at 10.30 I almost couldn't believe that it was Monday morning and we were actually beside the sea. Yipppeeeeeee for spontaneity!!!!!!! The weather was glorious - it was cold (it is still winter here), but bright, sunny and still.
We promenaded, J and I, for the absolute pleasure of slowly walking, talking, and taking it all in. The tide was right out when we arrived, but that didn't matter - we still strolled out along this funny little built up pier to go and sit on that stone bench you can see right at the far end.....
.....which was the perfect spot for elevenses. The sun warmed my face as I sat and listened to the curlews calling, breathed in the salty sea air, drank my delicious coffee and nibbled on some chocolate.
This stretch of coast is at Heysham Village, a tiny little gem of a place which we first discovered back in 2009.
This part of the coast isn't especially scenic or remarkable, but it is beautifully tranquil with wide open skies and a large expanse of beach.
We wandered along the sand, picking up shells and relishing in the peace and quiet of a sunny Monday morning. I can't tell you how happy my heart was!
Jaunting out on a school day has it's limits as there are only six hours to play with. We reckoned we could have around three hours at Heysham before needing to make the return journey in time to collect Little B.
But that was OK, it meant that we made the most of every minute, and the day truly felt like a gift.
We remembered a time years ago when we came here with Little B during a school day. Oddly enough, I've just looked back into my archives and it was March then too, five years ago when Little B was only two years old. I have loved reading my blog post again from that visit, oh how precious those words and pictures are.
March has become the month we visit Heysham then - I think it's because the memory of all the crocuses growing in the church yard makes me always think of this place at this time of year.
I am secretly wishing for many more spontaneous Monday jaunts as our year unfolds, it really was the very best kind of a day. A visit to see the sea is always good for the soul, and my heart was brim full of happy.
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Posted by: Frances Kwinecki | March 23, 2017 at 02:12 PM
Wish I lived near the sea. Canada is such a huge country, sigh.
Posted by: Kate Sanderson | March 21, 2017 at 04:57 PM
Ooh love Heysham, but I've never been at Crocus time.
I am awed every time to stand on the very stone that the headland is made of and wonder how many feet it has taken to so wear the stone away like that.
Happy blogaversory.
Posted by: Karen | March 20, 2017 at 10:55 PM
I love a nice relaxing view-
I love to blog pretty flowers at WhimsyandCosy blog.
Posted by: Zozie | March 19, 2017 at 03:12 PM
Thanks for the inspiration. I am off to Heysham this week to see the crocuses
I only live 10 minutes away but don't go often enough
Posted by: Karen Ness | March 14, 2017 at 07:00 PM
Thanks for the inspiration. I am off to Heysham this week to see the crocuses
I only live 10 minutes away but don't go often enough
Posted by: Karen Ness | March 14, 2017 at 07:00 PM
I can't believe Little B is seven years old! So nice when the husband suggests a get away! How nice you live so close to the sea. We live three hours away from a lake, but it's north, and they get a lot of lake effect snow, so we only go there in the summer. And only once, if that. The lake looks as big as the ocean. I'll be going to the real ices in a few days. Girl trip! Have a good week.
Cindy Bee
Posted by: Cindy | March 13, 2017 at 09:13 AM
Your precious 'stolen moments' sound perfect . What a lovely , unspoilt little corner you found . Wishing you quite a few more memorable Mondays!! :))
Posted by: Ali Dufty | March 12, 2017 at 03:08 PM
Love this post. There is indeed something special about the sea! I have the. Pleasure of living on a beautiful island and am able to see the sea everyday which I do try too - I feel my day hasn't been complete if I don't!
Posted by: Maxine | March 12, 2017 at 10:29 AM
Your post did my heart good Lucy. It reminded me of a wonderful day spent at Heysham Head about 60 years ago. A great start to my day. Thank you!!
Posted by: Marie Pentland | March 12, 2017 at 09:52 AM
What a wonderful way to send a Monday. As always beautiful photos. Thank you Lucy for sharing your special time. 💐💐🇦🇺
Posted by: Margaret Simpson | March 11, 2017 at 09:31 PM
Always a good place to give the dogs a run when we've got off the ferry from the Isle Of Man, next time you go there, find the little cafe by the beach, Half Moon Bay cafe!
Posted by: Sue Ogden | March 11, 2017 at 07:34 PM
Such a treat when the men we love surprise us like that!
Posted by: Toni | March 11, 2017 at 04:57 PM
Oh my goodness, what a perfectly wonderful day you had! The scenery is just gorgeous.\
This post has inspired me to go get my husband and we are going to go do SOMETHING to restore our souls.
Posted by: Liz | March 11, 2017 at 04:33 PM
Sounds fabulous. Next time, put little b in after school club and I'll come pick him up, he can play with the two littlies we babysit for on a Monday x
Posted by: Caroline | March 11, 2017 at 02:28 PM
What a treat! Unplanned, spontaneous outings are the best.
Posted by: AnnieOB | March 11, 2017 at 02:09 PM
How beautiful, spontaneous days out leave the best memories <3
Posted by: Sophie | March 11, 2017 at 02:08 PM
You could have nipped across to the Isle of Man and visited your crochet followers over here! Not in a 6 hour slot though!!! Never realised the real Heysham was so lovely we only see the port!
Posted by: Heather | March 11, 2017 at 08:32 AM
What a lovely picture with an old church and the sea in the background. A lovely place and a delightful post. Maybe you should go into tourism as well, Lucy!!
Posted by: Carol | March 11, 2017 at 08:26 AM
Hi Lucy, What a fantastic post, I live at the other end of the beach at Hest Bank, Morecambe Bay is so beautiful. Never the same, the views across to the Lakeland fells are ever changing, I stand in awe sometimes, especially at this time of year when the snow is on the mountain tops in the distance. Having moved here 21 years ago from The Midlands I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. xx Ps I loved the glimpse at your lovely colourful crocheted topxxxx
Posted by: Karen | March 11, 2017 at 07:30 AM
What a wonderful day for you and J to go exploring and get out and about. I enjoyed seeing the scenery you saw. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
Posted by: Teresa Kasner | March 10, 2017 at 07:22 PM
Sounds like a great day, made special by J who is not spontaneous.
Posted by: Charlotte. | March 10, 2017 at 06:44 PM
Fabulous blog post! ❤ I feel so inspired to have a spontaneous day out! I live by the sea 🌊 (which I adore as I'm sure you understand 😉)...so for me maybe I'd head inland somewhere! ❤😊😊 Thanks for sharing... 😊
Posted by: Eleonora from Coastal Crochet | March 10, 2017 at 06:30 PM
One of these days you must get on an Isle of Man ferry from Heysham.
You won't regret it. Sue
Posted by: Sue | March 10, 2017 at 04:55 PM
this
Posted by: Maureen V Champion | March 10, 2017 at 04:37 PM