I was lucky enough to be invited on the spectator launch for the Pendennis Cup, yesterday. This is an event where classic super yachts race round Falmouth Bay and they are just awe inspiring in their beauty. The event is held every two years and the yachts - and their crew - come from all over the world to take part. The above picture is of Adix, one of the bigger yachts.
It was a day I will never forget. And I’m wearing my free Pendennis Cup t shirt as I write.
Meanwhile I am preparing a talk for the Penzance Literary Festival and tomorrow I go to interview a boat designer in Lostwithiel. On Saturday I am out on the water on a friend’s boat watching the Red Arrows as they fly over for the last day of the Pendennis Cup. At least - we hope so - last year they cancelled due to low cloud.
Next week I will need a rest…..
12 comments:
Fabulous! I wish we had been able to be there! :)
I cannot believe how much your life has 'changed' since writing a walking book, to yachting and writing about it. Sometimes Karma can be very kind!
DC - I know, it's amazing isn't it?
Sally it was wonderful! I am in love and in awe of those incredibly beautiful yachts! Wish you'd been able to come too xx
FP. What a wonderful time you're having but please make sure you do rest next week..
love Di..xx
Just wonderful, Sue. You must be in seventh heaven right now. x
Rena - I am, but I am very tired in the evenings - a week of early beds for me! x
Trubes - I'm sleeping whenever I get back home this week. Astonishign how tired I get, but couldn't miss these opportunities for anything. x
Isn't the Adix a beautiful graceful ship? Hope you enjoy watching the Red Arrow's as well.
It's a busy time for you at the moment, hope you take care of yourself afterwards.
Kim - it is busy but I come home and collapse afterwards!
Sounds wonderful! Are you recovered from your op?
Ak - it was amazing. And I'm getting there - still got a way to go but improving daily! x
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