Friday 28 August 2009

PINK SATURDAY NUMBER 8

Actually pink Sunday.

We decided to go out for lunch on Sunday as the rest of the family were busy so we went to a little village just outside Exeter  called Topsham and, despite the fact it is “ on our doorstep” it was a lovely day out.

Topsham was once the second busiest port in England. Now it is a favourite destination for the retired, and tourist alike.

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See the pink buoy next to the pontoon?

The town is sited on a low red ridge between the main river of the Exe to the west and the River Clyst, to the south. The Exe at this point is an estuary of some width with salt marshes on its opposite bank.

On the quay is an enormous antique centre but I missed the opportunity to photograph some pretty cranberry glass. However, There were some beautiful pink cottages -

here are some

077 This one was stunning. Called Drakes Cottage.

087 Pale pink with beautiful windows.

100 Tucked away in a little side street.

103 The local hairdressers.

109 Pink door on a Georgian frontage.

115 hiding away.

Next week – more pink in Topsham. Hurry back

JJ

10 comments:

  1. How beautiful I love the buildings with those beautiful window boxes. Very,very pretty post..thank you for sharing your wonderful photos with us.

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  2. Didn't realize Topsham is that quaint - haven't been that way in years. Would love to go back and see the antiques they sell!!

    Have a a fabulous Pink Saturday - miss you all.
    Mary.

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  3. Seems you had a delightful stroll through th streets. The pink building looks amazing. An enjoyable post Jenni, Thank you.

    Happy pink saturday!

    ciao for now,
    Elena :)

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  4. Lovely post today!
    Hope you are having a wonderful pink day!
    xo Tami

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  5. Topsham is a real gem! I just love seaside towns. Drakes Cottage is wonderful. I love the window boxes filled with flowers. Some day I hope to visit England. I love the photo of you as a little girl. You looked so sweet. Have a great weekend and Happy Pink Saturday!

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  6. I love the pinks you've shared with us today. I hope you are "in the pink" and having a wonderful day.

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  7. I love the buildings. What a cute name for a shop, Ruffles. How trendy.

    Happy Pink Saturday!

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  8. England seems so quaint. I love the pink cottage!!

    If you have the time, please stop by The Old Parsonage, I love company!

    Leann

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  9. I have visited your country many times and love it so. I can see why that's a favorite, it's gorgeous, Happy Pink Saturday, Char

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