Between 1924 and 1927, Malcolm Campbell and JG Parry-Thomas set the World Land Speed record five times across the flat, seven-mile-long sands of Pendine, UK. To the West of these flats sits Dolwen Point. Sheltering the village of Pendine from the prevailing sea winds, the outcrop offers panoramic views of the sands below, as well as the fish-rich waters of Bae Caerfyrddin (Carmarthen Bay), fishing trawlers a regular sight throughout the day.

Following the National Trust’s 2.5-mile (4 km) Ragwen Point walk will find you scaling the steep steps to the side of the cliff face, taking you up to the costal path. Extensive conservation work to tackle the evasive Japanese Knotweed has made the walk a haven for native plant and wildflower species, a perfect backdrop to surround yourself as you take in the sights.

The sun begins to set on another beautiful Summer’s day. Orange erupts through the clouds, reflecting and rippling as it dances through the ebb tide waves. A lone seagull takes flight, circling overhead as it dips and ascends, scanning the surroundings for an evening meal. The recent rainstorm has subsided, leaving behind the dark browns and umbers of the wet sand, the jagged black rocks of the alcoves and caves below carving through the water. The low rumble of the dancing waves below meets with the gull’s squawk, the evening chorus of a sunset symphony.

Only Happy Days,

~ A ~