The railway used to come here, hence the railway signals in the photo. Now the line' route is a cycle track.
Had a scare on Ginny on the way. Heading up a very steep hill it felt as if the brakes were being applied. For quite a number of miles after, a warming light kept flashing on the dash. We stopped at a level crossing, so I took the opportunity to switch Ginny off. Back on, all was well and has been since. Very strange.
On a different note, I saw a whale in one of the bays, as we came down into one of the seaside towns.
After Penmaenpool, next stop was Harlech and the castle, just to take some photos. It was a bit hairy going up a narrow and steep road, with 2 very tight hairpins but we made it without too much problem. Nervy moments though.
Another photo op stop, was across the river from Caernarfon castle. I reckon this is the best view you'll get.
From Caernarfon, we made our way to Pwllheli and then mainly across country and down some very narrow lanes. Was a bit off-putting that at almost every corner, there were skid marks on the road!
Our penultimate stop was at the famous place with the longest name and another photo opportunity at the station. It's a very popular spot and I had to queue to get my photo done, as there were quite a number of bikers already there.
Photo done, it was on to Llandudno but not without another Tomtom issue first, though that may have been my interpretation, rather TT.
On arriving in Llandudno, I took us onto the Great Orme toll circuit. Costs £1.90 per bike, which is a lot for about a 3 mile circuit but we're only here once. By this time though, the weather was superb and views spectacular, so definitely worth the effort and cost. I think the lady on the toll gate took a shine to me, though maybe she was just being friendly. She wanted me Grizzly!
Found the B&B easily enough. Room on the top floor is nice and spacious enough but a bugger to get 2 with pannier bags, etc in each hand. Only complaint. Had dinner and a few beers in Wetherspoons, a converted theatre. No booking required.
Tomorrow we head into England, with a stop at my friend in Liverpool. Bless her, she's offered to make apple pastries and sandwiches for us. Grizzly won't say no, he's a 3 meals a day man!
Bye for now.
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