The big outdoors

It's so easy on a Sunday afternoon to veg out or drift around the house looking at tasks waiting to be done, and not feeling inspired to do any of them. Today I had a huge to-do list. All of it seemed to leave me feeling a bit blah. Particularly as the sun kept breaking through the clouds, tempting me to peek out of the kitchen window at the big outdoors. The beach lies just 15 feet from my kitchen which is great, but is also a great temptation when you have other things to do. So I made a bargain with myself to catch up with chores until 2pm and then get out. I decided to combine a walk with some blog photography. I needed a new backdrop and headed to the North end of the island and on towards King Charles' castle, a ruin with an amazing view right across the whole of the Isles of Scilly.


And this is me, after a fifteen minute walk from home, enjoying the most spectacular 360 degree view across the entire Isles of Scilly. It's breathtaking stuff.

This is the genuine wind-swept look, no fans or props required.




A great spot to sit and stare, to wonder at life.

Confession time - I left my rose gold brogues at home and this wasn't the top I wanted to wear (it was still in the wash). But, I'm here, out in the fresh air and so pleased I broke away from the chores.


The sunshine is at last showing these new trousers off better. These are the ones I recently bought in Palermo as seen here. They're navy and turquoise, pure new wool, quite weighty and yes, would look great with brogues.

Jacket: TK Maxx. Trousers: Maggazini Anita. Trainers: Salomon. Top: charity shop. Rings: charity shop. Sunglasses: Quay Australia.

I'll finish off today with a look around the islands from this wonderful vantage point. One of the best things about having been away on holiday is coming back to views like these. I think we all need a change of scenery every so often so that we appreciate what we have at home. It helps us return refreshed and able to see things in their true perspective. I'm so lucky to live on this idyllic little island out here in the middle of the Atlantic. 

This is Bishop Rock Lighthouse some seven miles away. 

Can you see it in the far distance? The island across the water is Bryher.

In the distance to the right is the island of St Agnes and the bigger one to the left is St Mary's, the main island of the group.

The wooden jetty ahead on Bryher is called Anneka's quay after Anneka Rice who built it in the era of the Challenge Anneka programmes. Do you think I gave her a big enough name check there?

Straight ahead are the ruins of Blockhouse castle and beyond are the Eastern Islands with St Martin's to the left. For those of you who may wish to learn more about the islands or even plan a visit see here. If you hanker after the big outdoors in a very manageable size these islands offer the perfect holiday escape. Favoured by walkers, bird watchers, sailors, divers, beach lovers and those who like to cycle, swim, windsurf, kayak, fish, island-hop and watch gig racing  - even take part in a triathlon - you can find all of this and more here on the beautiful Isles of Scilly.

Share:

17 comments

  1. I cannot wait to visit!!!! The trouble is I feel like I will not want to leave!!!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Kezzie, I can't wait to greet you to these special islands. Your first taste might not be your last...
      Anna x

      Delete
  2. The beach is 15 FEET from your kitchen window??? What a gift! I would be bargaining with myself CONSTANTLY to get the chores done if I lived there. The blue jacket is lovely. I have a piece in MY closet that needs to be paired with it.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. The daily temptation is enormous, but even at work I have a great view so I'm not complaining. Am intrigued with your partner for my jacket...will I get a glimpse of it sometime soon?
      Anna x

      Delete
  3. If I lived where you do I would probably get nothing done, ever! So beautiful! I am absolutely in love with that jacket, the color is beautiful.
    Debbie
    www.fashionfairydust.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'm aware that I could be more productive at the weekends, that's for sure! I fancy that you have a similar moto jacket to this one...?
      Anna x

      Delete
  4. The scenery is almost like meditation! How lovely! jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com
    ps...that jacket is fierce!!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. It's true escapism, and not a soul in sight while I was up there. I have another fab little jacket coming up soon x
      Anna

      Delete
  5. I've never visited The Scilly Isles but now I want to! Wonderful scenery.
    I love your trousers and the blue leather moto jacket goes so well with it.

    Have a great week, Anna

    xxx
    veronica
    vronni60s.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Well, it would be grand to see you over on the islands sometime Veronica - we're not too far away from mainland Cornwall you know. Will pop over to see your latest.
      Anna x

      Delete
  6. I don't think I'd ever want to be inside when I see where you live. In fact I think I need to come over for an extended visit! : P

    We used to live on Vancouver Island and how I miss it! Scenery like that is good for the soul.

    Love that bold blue leather jacket!

    bisous
    Suzanne

    ReplyDelete
  7. This is so beautiful, Anna! How can you ever resist the temptation to go out and just gaze at it?? Suzanne used to live where I live now - how strange, all of us on our islands...

    Love that blue leather jacket!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I love it that we all have an island connection. I find it so comforting being surrounded by water, I don't know why. And suddenly it's time for jackets again. Hurrah!

      Delete
  8. I want to live there too! I miss the sea so much! I was born on the Black Sea Coast and now I'm living in the mountains in Italy..... but my heart left with the sea..... I'm glad you found my blog so I found yours. It's a pleasure for me to follow you! Carmen (The Honey Thread)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I've just returned from an Italian holiday and oh how beautiful the landscape was! You're very lucky, but I do understand that longing. There's just something very special about living by the sea. So pleased that we can hook up x
      Anna

      Delete
  9. You live in an incredible place and I love how you kept your style while going for a walk. I break down and wear a big black parka coat with boots in these cases. Not lovely striped trousers and a beautiful blue jacket.
    Greetje

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'm so lucky to live where I do. The bright sunshine that day lured me into leaving my big coat at home and the trainers were ok for a march across the gorse and heather. A month ago I probably would have needed to wear boots across the flooded headland. Great to hear from you x
      Anna

      Delete

Created by bo design