The Hill in May

It was a comparatively pleasant and uneventful trip to Shipping Hill this time.
With thoughts very firmly fixed on installing at least one log burning stove.
We did buy a new chain saw and I managed to saw a fair pile of firewood and swept all the chimneys except for the Wellstood in the kitchen which has external screws that will need drilling out. something I was unable to do as tools seem to be get from beyond my reach.
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Mind - the new chain saw didn't last an awfully long time before seizing up! Is it just me and machinery?!

We managed to clean and make the place semi-liveable although the drive is almost impassable and desperately needs a load of mixed stone to be added thoughtfully to individual puddles.
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The chestnuts I planted with my father in the early 70's are looking better than they deserve to, and can do with further clearing of large saplings in and around them. This would also help to create a down hill, shorter drive.
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We discovered a lovely pub at Creswell Quay with mum, it would make a lovely painting looking back from up the estuary.
Also had fun walking the dogs at Wiseman's Bridge followed by a bottle of wine afterwards. (another possible pub portrait!)
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