JDog Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 (edited) Lady jdog and I are ensconced in the victoria inn in holkham on the Norfolk coast. She has a special birthday tomorrow and I thought that she deserved a treat. She may not consider spending three days away with an old man much of a treat though. On my way here I passed Kings Lynn home of one of PW's real experts Motty. There were pigeons everywhere flying like falcons, soaring like swifts, diving like dippers and rising like...er, like rising things. All would have crops full of niger seeds, peanuts and bread from the bird tables of the town. No wonder he shoots 200 every time he goes out. Edited July 8, 2015 by JDog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penelope Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Enjoy the beach and dunes, a truly beautiful place. Had a lovely mean in the Victoria last December. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 If you find somewhere to shoot i have a spare gun you can borrow for 36 hrs..............its an old A303................have a nice time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Lady jdog and I are ensconced in the victoria inn in holkham on the Norfolk coast. She has a special birthday tomorrow and I thought that she deserved a treat. She may not consider spending three days away without an old man much of a treat though. On my way here I passed Kings Lynn home of one of PW's real experts Motty. There were pigeons everywhere flying like falcons, soaring like swifts, diving like dippers and rising like...er, like rising things. All would have crops full of niger seeds, peanuts and bread from the bird tables of the town. No wonder he shoots 200 every time he goes out. If only! I hope you are having an enjoyable time in good ol' Norfolk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Watch the beach there ,it's clothing optional . Harnser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted July 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 If you find somewhere to shoot i have a spare gun you can borrow for 36 hrs..............its an old A303................have a nice time Thanks for the offer. I think I may have to decline in this instance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Like Harnser said JD, There is all sorts of bird watching activities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted July 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Like Harnser said JD, There is all sorts of bird watching activities. Thanks you two, but of course that may be why we are here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 If you venture a little further JD to Salthouse and Weybourne beaches, these were earmarked by Germany as invasion landings in WW11. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 I trust you saw little in the way of pigeon on the Lincolnshire border , because unless I am missing something there are none ! Best wishes to Lady JDog on her birthday tomorrow . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted July 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 I trust you saw little in the way of pigeon on the Lincolnshire border , because unless I am missing something there are none ! Best wishes to Lady JDog on her birthday tomorrow . No pigeons until I crossed the border. Lots of pigeons from KL onwards and hundreds on the marsh. Happy birthday to mrs fenboy for tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 No pigeons until I crossed the border. Lots of pigeons from KL onwards and hundreds on the marsh. Happy birthday to mrs fenboy for tomorrow. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 my missus dosnt have birthdays anymore...............she just gets carbon dated..! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 If the weather improve and you and your good lady need some fresh air and exercise , have a walk down Lady Anns Drive ( across the road from the Victoria hotel ) and walk down to the coastal footpath , then walk right and follow it back to Wells , a lovely walk and if your that way inclined you can have a pint in the Fleece followed by fish and chips sitting around the harbour . If you don't like it I will give you a refund , cant be fairer than that Mr JDog . You will see plenty of bird life (in all shapes and sizes ) and it is a good place for the feathered variety as well . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich1985 Posted July 8, 2015 Report Share Posted July 8, 2015 Hope u have a really lovely time in my neck of the woods! Pigeon numbers seem to go mad here this time of year. Happy birthday to Mrs jdog. Would be happy to meet up with a fellow pigeon watch member for a pint and a chat but as its a special birthday and your not here for too long you may well be busy. Have a really lovely time and do come again! All the best. Rich1985. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Happy Birthday Mrs JDog. Maybe the old man will treat you to a trip to Blakeney Point to see the seals, a bag of Samphire at Cookies at Salthouse and a cast or two for Mackerel at Cley. Have a nice day in our county. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belly47 Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 (edited) Memories memories. Talk of all those places reminds me of childhood holidays in Norfolk. My nan lived in holt, and we spent lots of time there in school holidays. Days spent on the beach at Sheringham playing cricket against the breakwaters and playing with my boat on the boat lake. Catching crabs off of Blakeney quay and then more cultural pursuits at the stately homes. I had a week in Yarmouth a couple of years ago with other half and my 5 year old lad and we visited all the places I mentioned earlier, was great to go back and Norfolk remains a special place for me and my memories. Sorry if this derails the thread a little but nostalgia got the better of me Edited July 9, 2015 by belly47 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon controller Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 JDog have a wonderful couple of days and special Birthday wishes to MRs JDog , treat her well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitchrat Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 (edited) Lady jdog and I are ensconced in the victoria inn in holkham on the Norfolk coast. She has a special birthday tomorrow and I thought that she deserved a treat. She may not consider spending three days away with an old man much of a treat though. On my way here I passed Kings Lynn home of one of PW's real experts Motty. There were pigeons everywhere flying like falcons, soaring like swifts, diving like dippers and rising like...er, like rising things. All would have crops full of niger seeds, peanuts and bread from the bird tables of the town. No wonder he shoots 200 every time he goes out. I always knew Motty lived in some sort of Paradise, judging by his reports. You must have made your move to East Anglia to the wrong location! Edited July 9, 2015 by kitchrat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Memories memories. Talk of all those places reminds me of childhood holidays in Norfolk. My nan lived in holt, and we spent lots of time there in school holidays. Days spent on the beach at Sheringham playing cricket against the breakwaters and playing with my boat on the boat lake. Catching crabs off of Blakeney quay and then more cultural pursuits at the stately homes. I had a week in Yarmouth a couple of years ago with other half and my 5 year old lad and we visited all the places I mentioned earlier, was great to go back and Norfolk remains a special place for me and my memories. Sorry if this derails the thread a little but nostalgia got the better of me Memories memories. Talk of all those places reminds me of childhood holidays in Norfolk. My nan lived in holt, and we spent lots of time there in school holidays. Days spent on the beach at Sheringham playing cricket against the breakwaters and playing with my boat on the boat lake. Catching crabs off of Blakeney quay and then more cultural pursuits at the stately homes. I had a week in Yarmouth a couple of years ago with other half and my 5 year old lad and we visited all the places I mentioned earlier, was great to go back and Norfolk remains a special place for me and my memories. Sorry if this derails the thread a little but nostalgia got the better of me Glad you enjoyed your time in our county , not every ones cup of tea but for peace and solitude it take some beating . and you and your family are welcome back any time you fancy a visit to the area. Prince William and his family have just moved here , so if its good enough for them , it is good enough for us . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinw Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Glad you enjoyed your time in our county , not every ones cup of tea but for peace and solitude it take some beating . and you and your family are welcome back any time you fancy a visit to the area. Prince William and his family have just moved here , so if its good enough for them , it is good enough for us . Don't tell everyone how good it is here, we will be overrun lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secretagentmole Posted July 9, 2015 Report Share Posted July 9, 2015 Lady jdog and I are ensconced in the victoria inn in holkham on the Norfolk coast. She has a special birthday tomorrow and I thought that she deserved a treat. She may not consider spending three days away with an old man much of a treat though. On my way here I passed Kings Lynn home of one of PW's real experts Motty. There were pigeons everywhere flying like falcons, soaring like swifts, diving like dippers and rising like...er, like rising things. All would have crops full of niger seeds, peanuts and bread from the bird tables of the town. No wonder he shoots 200 every time he goes out. Just take it easy on the beach, you may feel over dressed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickS Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 Like Harnser said JD, There is all sorts of bird watching activities. Beavers have also been sighted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpha Mule Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 "restaurant serving modern British cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients. There's also a conservatory with views of the nature reserve" Do I detect ulterior motives? Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secretagentmole Posted July 10, 2015 Report Share Posted July 10, 2015 (edited) "restaurant serving modern British cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients. There's also a conservatory with views of the nature reserve" Do I detect ulterior motives? Enjoy Given the weather recently you will see several pairs of blue tits... Edited July 10, 2015 by secretagentmole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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