Just a pre-warning that this post features a bit of an overload of photos of my dog, Heidi- yes, I'm one of those dog owners! haha- to be honest I just love watching her run about and doing her thing because it makes me so happy to see her happy and enjoying herself!
We had unusually good weather this Easter Monday, particularly considering how cold it's been recently. It just suddenly went from rain to glorious sun in the space of a day, so my mum and I decided to take advantage of it while it lasted and take Heidi down to the beach.
Murlough Beach is one of my favourite beaches in Northern Ireland. It's maintained by the National Trust so is always beautiful and clean and I think one of the best parts about it is the fact that it's also set against the magnificent and imposing Mourne Mountains. They looked especially gorgeous and misty on this particular day with the sun out.
All of us had a lovely time but I think Heidi probably enjoyed it the most! She's a real bundle of energy so loves having the space and freedom to run about.
After our beach walk we headed back to the car, but not before picking up a tea and traybake to go from the tiny cafe at the entrance. If anything's true of the Farrelly clan it's that we will take up any excuse or opportunity to stop for a cup of tea and a traybake. It's like an obligatory part of a day out, as well as the reason why I'll probably never be skinny! haha
I hope you all had a lovely Easter Weekend whatever you got up to! Though I know I'm a little late in saying that at this stage. In any case, I hope this week is treating you well so far.
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These pictures are soooooo beautiful! I wish I lived near to somewhere so stunning! I am definitely joining you on the tea and sweet treat, don't think I've been anywhere in the past year without stopping off somewhere for a cuppa and a cake! Definitely obligatory! xx
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My mum hadn't actually been before either! I'd over ever been with friends. Haha thank you! Heidi was loving life that day! What direction are you from if you don't mind me asking? :) xx
ReplyDeleteAww well I'm glad it's not just me! haha. Thank you so much, Katie!! xx
ReplyDeleteIt's def one i am going to have to visit, especially since we are up around that area at least once a month. I live in County Armagh about 8 mile from Armagh itself, What about yourself? x
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you had a relaxing day :) I've always wanted visit Ireland, and this makes the yearning even stronger. I'm glad the weather was nice for Easter too, even if it was unusual :)
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Oh cool! It wouldn't be too far from you then! I used to live in Armagh and went to primary school there :) I'm from Lisburn xx
ReplyDeleteOh that's cool. I'm in Lisburn all the time shopping and at the cinema. If your ever having a blogger meet up give me a shout. I would love to have an NI blog meet up :D
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Lovely post Beth and lovely pictures!
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At first I thought this was Portland! The beach looks really similar, especially with the mountains in the distance.
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Lovely photos, Heidi is so cute! I miss having a dog SO much, I might just go and kidnap one for the weekend (from someone I know of course...who will give me permission....I think), there's nothing better than grabbing the lead and heading off on an adventure with furry friends! The beach looks stunning too!
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This is such a nice place! Aaah, I miss beach so much, the last time I've been there was in August, I desperately need to see the sea, haha.
ReplyDeleteYou dog is the cutest, I'm glad to hear you've had such a nice day!
A beautiful set of photos, that beach looks so picturesque, especially with Heidi frolicking about :)
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I was actually thinking about this last night! I'd be so game for that! Maybe sometime during the summer when I'm back from uni we should get something organised!! :) xx
ReplyDeleteHeidi is so gorgeous! I wish I had the energy to run up and down the beach all day :) And walking followed by tea and a traybake sounds like heaven. So glad that you had a wonderful Easter weekend, and hope you had a brilliant birthday yesterday lovely Beth! xx
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Looks like a great way to spend your Sunday! Your pictures are fab. My dog loves the beach too :) xx
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're one of "those" dog-owners as I can't get a dog for the time being, and so I can have hundreds vicariously through other people to tide me over until my circumstances mean I can haha. Beautiful photos :) xx
ReplyDeleteI'm also one of those dog owners lol... lovely post! Looks like she had a fantastic run ! Xx
ReplyDeleteit looks like such a lovely place!
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I really do miss walks along the beach with my dog! What lovely photo. To be treasured always :)
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Heidi is the most beautiful dog <3 As soon as I read your introductory paragraph warning us of the copious amounts of dog photos to come, I clicked on this post to see more haha I loveeeee dogs! Such gorgeous photos; you're so lucky to have such a gorgeous beach close enough for you to visit and enjoy :} xx
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