Day 14: Haverfordwest to Solva
The morning is mostly on roads with some paths. In the afternoon we are back on a long distance coast path: this time the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Veteran pilgrims will get a sense of deja-vu as the route is very similar to the same day as walked in 1992.
Alison uses the van's mirror to do her makeup.
Marie chats with a lady from the parish who has been helping us.
During our Mass, Anne brought up the prayer intentions box.
Joan and Bernie contributed to the music.
Art within the church.
Back-marker Peter says farewell to the parish priest.
Geoff - "I'm a grumpy old man, get me out of here!"
We climbed and gained views across the counryside.
At our first stop, the Bethel Baptist Chapel, we were served tea and biscuits...
...and sat down to partake.
The minister led the short service...
...and Nick gave the reflection.
Bernie drying her socks.
An unusual item to pin an arrow to - a slipper!
Up high to get a view of the sea and ships over the hedge.
Next stop, St Madoc's, Nolton.
Tea and biscuits once more!
The old school room in which we were served refreshments.
Followed by prayers in the church.
Jack and Geoff
Foot repairs.
The vicar told us about the church and Fr David gave a personal reflection.
A short walk to lunch in Nolton Haven.
After lunch, in the URC church, the young pilgrims gave a dramatic reflection.
Followed by personal experiences.
On past the beach.
Up the cliff path.
David stops to take photos.
The scenery gets better and better.
But climbing is involved.
We will get there!
Theresa planned the day but opted not to front mark.
Caroline and Robert.
We dropped down to the long beach at Newgale sands and headed for the sea.
Isaac amazes a passer by with his dash into the water.
Aidan and Andy follow suit.
Shadows mean the sun is shining.
Other pilgrims cross the beach.
David and Fred.
The coastal views on the final stretch were stunning.
Even Godwin is happy!
Solva haven.
In the hall we found the 2 new pilgrims helping with the sandwiches.
