First stop: Nana’s house in North Yorkshire.We met up with lovely friends and we all built a sandcastle
It was Big. It had stairs and tunnels.
Then the sea came in.
Next stop: this little cottage just a stone’s throw from Snape Maltings in Suffolk.
A cat from long ago had helped to make the bricks for the fireplace.
We played in Rendlesham Woods.We did not see any aliens. (Eldest’s skirt by Melissa at tiny happy – perfect for playing)
I swam in the North Sea. I can confirm that it was, ahem, bracing.
Some of the local services were slightly worrying.
Aldeburgh beach, as ever, did not disappoint.
It was good to get away.
Magic Bean says
Hullo Missus. Great snaps- all very good places to visit. We are about to test the waters of Loch Fyne. The other Beans have wetsuits. I have my birthday suit- think the sea will be bracing. Will let you know. Cuppa soon? Ax
Ooh, how apt. The word verification is metingle!!!
Country Girl says
Goodness, you have been to some of the exact same places that I have in the last week – but that's not surprising when it's where I live!
Thimbleanna says
Well Hello There Ms. Pebble — nice to see a peek of you there. You lucky ducks — playing with the Lockets — what a fun time. Thanks for sharing your pictures — that sand castle looks amazing!
Helen Philipps says
That must be the biggest sandcastle I've ever seen! It looks as if you've had a very refreshing break and visited some lovely seaside places, just the kind of holiday I like too.
Helen x
Magic Cochin says
Oooo er! that all looks like fun! Bet the cottage was fab… did you play the piano?
Celia
x
Ali says
I'd admired your castle building expertise over at Lucy's! Looks like you've been having a lovely time.
crafts@home says
What an amazing sandcastle…. and what a thoroughly enjoyable looking summer holiday you had π
greenrabbitdesigns says
Lovely photos Emma, they show how much of a good time you all had!
What a wonderful sandcastle too!!
I have to say you are very brave having a dip in the North Sea. π
Handmade in Israel says
Great castle! Looks like you've visited some lovely places. Looks a little chilly though π
Sue says
Steps seem to be the 'in thing' in sandcastle architecture. My daughter and her cousin built a very similar structure with flights of steps all over it.
Lovely shots of Aldeburgh.
Toffeeapple says
Crikey, sandcastles have changed since I last built one!
You've just been to my favourite area in the whole world, lucky things.
sarah-jane down the lane says
Hi Emma! So lovely to hear from you. Your Hols look fun! especially the gigantic castle and that blue peeling paint with a touch of eggy yellow showing is divine! Loving late summer, enjoy….
Sarah x
Sue J says
Lovely pics! Any finds on the beaches?
Annie says
Gosh those Suffolk pictures made my heart skip. We have friends near Framlingham who welcome us and the dogs most years, for a couple of weeks in one of our favourite parts of the world. And we haven't been back there since spring 2009 … now I know why I feel as if I've been missing something lately!
noknittedknickers says
We've just bought a house in Aldeburgh so I was there last week too. Mind you, I was rushing around like a thing possessed. I'd rather have been building sand castles. Claire
Pomona says
I'm hoping that perhaps you might take me on holiday with you next time . . .
Pomona x
kristina says
Oooh Aldeburgh! Bliss. Though you're much braver than I am taking a dip in the North Sea! K x
Planet Penny says
Brave girl, haven't been in the North Sea deeper than my ankles for years!Looks like a lovely holiday and some wonderful photos, especially the boat and flower, beautiful.
Lynn says
1. Fab holiday snaps.
2. But you're smiling!
3. Love the tiny flags.
4. You produce unfathomably gorgeous children.
5. Love the paw print.
6. Welcome home!
Twiggy says
Gorgeous pics !! You are a brave lady, we went in the North Sea a few weeks ago but wore our wetsuits π
Locket Pocket says
It was lovely to see you all and the sandcastles are getting better every time! The rest of your holiday looks delightful – although I don't think you would have been able to tempt me to swim in the sea!! Lucy xx
Julie says
A lovely post Emma,thank you. We are off to Aldeburgh at the end of September and you've given me a lovely taster to look forward to. π xx
Fiona says
You swam in the North Sea? You mad thing you!
Naturally Carol says
Hi Silverpebble..I love your amazing sandcastle, especially the tunnels and steps! The only mole catchers we have here are the ones that deal with sun cancers..lol. It's great to see you get away for a change and enjoy the summer holidays.
Cathy at PotterJotter says
Lovely pics of all my favourite places! Is that a smile on your face or a grimace against the cold?!
Tara says
We recently returned from a trip to the shores of Lake Huron. The water was much warmer than that of the North Sea. I agree. Getting away is good.
Jackie says
Good for you. I swam in Dorset but it wasn't too bad..I think the east coast takes nerves of steel. Your little girls are so cute.
Nice to see you all refreshed and smiley.
Madelief says
Beautiful holiday photographs! Wow, good of you to go into the sea. I haven't been brave enough yet :-)!
Happy weekend!
Madelief x
Shaheen says
I love the sandcastle, but I was totally lost for words when I saw the cat pawprint on the fireplace. Magical.
by Teresa says
Loved your holiday pix! I posted some on my blog too, I hope you can visit. ((hugs)), Teresa π
underatopazsky says
Snape – one of my favourite places in the whole world…
Louise says
That is the biggest, most epic and palatial sandcastle I have seen for a long long while. 10 gold stars all round!
mynestofyarnandbuttons says
Lovely pictures! So nice that you had a wonderful holiday! Sweet little girls too. xoRobinβ€
The Coffee Lady says
We are all admiration for that sandcastle.
driftwood says
sounds fantastic Emma, and as ever I am envious of all trips to Aldeburgh x
Cottage Garden says
Lovely, lovely Aldeburgh – you have captured the spirit of the place perfectly Emma.
Your holiday cottage at Snape looks very nice indeed.
Looks like you had lotsa fun!
Jeanne
x
zephyr says
Thought i had left a comment here…maybe i imagined it? Could be, since your photos do have me dreaming…
the Knobby Knitter says
Beautiful photos and your jewelry is utterly charming! I especially like the sewing necklace although I'm admittedly not much of a sewer.
www.daisyleyboxes.co.uk says
Wonderful photos – gorgeous pebbles and just love love love Aldeburgh.
millefeuilles says
Dear Emma,
I have come shyly to tell you that I am having a giveaway and if I am right in saying you are fond of Jane Austen I would love you to have a chance to win the gifts on offer.
Warm wishes,
Stephanie
Monica says
impressive castle! (my husbands never builds castles… only football stadiums… isn't he weird?)
Are you ready for Autumn now?