It’s been coming for a while, in the gloriously light evenings and the no need to take a jacket when we leave the house, but today summer finally arrived. In scorching sunshine we finally made our way to Shoalstone Pool for the first dip of the season.
Arthur was so excited: we barely had time to get him into his swimmers before he was running towards the water. He definitely found it cold at first, but each time we lifted him out he was desperate to get back in again.
Before long we had both got used to the cold – after the initial shock it really wasn’t that bad, and now that I’ve broken the ice (so to speak) I’m determined to fit some regular swims into our routine.
Arthur being Arthur there was quite a lot of splashing – hence the somewhat blurry photos where I forgot to wipe the lens… But it was brilliant to see him having so much fun!
I think he would happily have stayed in the water for hours, but we figured we’d better not let him get too cold. He protested a bit at first but then was happy to entertain himself with my hat for a while.
We went for a wander to get some ice-creams (it’s summer right?) which gave us a chance to look back at the pool in all it’s glory. It was so great to see so many people enjoying the water and the spectacular setting – unbelievable to think it almost didn’t open at all this year!
It wasn’t long before Arthur was desperate to get back in again, this time splashing around in the shallow end with the kids who’d started piling in at the end of their day at school.
Eventually though he did begin to shiver, and was grateful to be wrapped up warm with raisins and take a moment to relax out of the sun in his little ‘house’.
Which gave Leigh and I a chance to look out over the bay and take in the view. And what a view it was.
It’s lovely to see you summer! Very much looking forward to getting acquainted again over the next couple of months.
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Lovely photos, especially of the little one! He’s so adorable 🙂 Oh I’m envious of that pool, if only we had one nearby! The only pools we have that’s within easy distance are all indoor pools and who wants to be indoors in this glorious lovely sunshine? 😉 #CountryKids.
I’m very protective of our lovely pool! Just a shame it seems to be a constant battle against Torbay Council to keep it open… 🙂
What a lovely place to go to and such gorgeous photos. I’d be there everyday, it would feel like a daily holiday. Long may the hot weather continue. #countrykids
I intend to be there as often as I possibly can 🙂 Definitely feels like a little holiday even though it’s just over the road!
Lovely picture and I love his little house. Looks like he had great fun 🙂 and wow what a view 🙂 #countrykids
He loved it! I reckon we’ll be there a lot this summer… 🙂
Looks fun. And I love how happy Arthur looks. Priceless! #countrykids
He really was in his element 🙂
Hooray for summer sunshine and spending time outdoors! What a fantastic pool with stunning views and lots of great water fun for Arthur. Thanks for linking up and sharing with Country Kids.
The sunshine definitely makes outdoor fun even more appealing. Especially when there’s water involved 🙂
As always nice photos. Makes me want to go there! A very nice place too! #CountryKids
It’s an awesome place. A great setting for photos!
Wow! What a gorgeous day. Beautiful pool; beautiful family; very useful tent!
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It was pretty gorgeous 🙂 Many more days like it to come I hope!
Wow, beautiful location and weather. We love our outdoor pool for proper swimming in but it’s inland so nowhere near as lovely as this! #countrykids
I love outdoor pools wherever they are! But yes, this one is particularly fab 🙂
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