Bright and early we headed down the windy road to Duncan Bay. There were great views from the small picnic area overlooking the bay. From here we drove a short distance to another small bay where we had breakfast in the most picturesque surroundings. The picnic area was close to the shore, had a huge old tree with a swing and was called Penzance!
We took our time getting back to the main road and next stopped in Pelorus Bridge. This was where some scenes from The Hobbit were filmed, down by the river. A very lovely area and many nice walks led into the wilderness from here.
Next on our journey was a visit to Havelock, famous for its green shelled mussels. We chatted to the lady owner in a small gift shop. She was originally from Sussex and her sister currently lives in Wimborne!
Onwards towards Blenheim, the capital of the Marlborough wine region. We stopped at a number of wineries and Christine sampled their wares whilst Darryl chauffeured her from one to the next. One of us had to be the driver, guess Darryl drew the short straw! However, he did get to spend more time in front of many roaring fires, whilst Christine talked grapes. We visited a small winery in Blenheim and as Christine was sampling a famous sauvignon blanc, a man walked in. He joined the conversation and happened to be originally from England too. In fact, it turned out he was the husband of the lady in the gift shop earlier! Small world...
Central Blenheim appeared to have nothing much to see, so we headed along the coastal road towards Picton. The road in contrast had wonderful views and lots to see. About halfway along, we set up our camp for the night.
We took our time getting back to the main road and next stopped in Pelorus Bridge. This was where some scenes from The Hobbit were filmed, down by the river. A very lovely area and many nice walks led into the wilderness from here.
Next on our journey was a visit to Havelock, famous for its green shelled mussels. We chatted to the lady owner in a small gift shop. She was originally from Sussex and her sister currently lives in Wimborne!
Onwards towards Blenheim, the capital of the Marlborough wine region. We stopped at a number of wineries and Christine sampled their wares whilst Darryl chauffeured her from one to the next. One of us had to be the driver, guess Darryl drew the short straw! However, he did get to spend more time in front of many roaring fires, whilst Christine talked grapes. We visited a small winery in Blenheim and as Christine was sampling a famous sauvignon blanc, a man walked in. He joined the conversation and happened to be originally from England too. In fact, it turned out he was the husband of the lady in the gift shop earlier! Small world...
Central Blenheim appeared to have nothing much to see, so we headed along the coastal road towards Picton. The road in contrast had wonderful views and lots to see. About halfway along, we set up our camp for the night.
