Johndoe Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Most of the nicest beaches in this country are sand just like anywhere else in the world. You don't say? I never would have guessed :wacko: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 (edited) Some people genuinely do like to be near the sea. My husband hated it when we lived inland. Maybe it's because he grew up by the coast that it feels normal. Maybe there's something deeper psychologically?! I could happily live surrounded by fields. It's funny because I've recently worked out that I feel the same, and wondered why. Interesting to read about the research. Edited October 9, 2015 by Marisawright Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 The beaches on Harris are gorgeous Stacey but the water is a wee bit too chilly. Some of the beaches around Arisaig are almost white too, and because the Gulf Stream comes up that side of Scotland, the water is often warmer than the air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted October 9, 2015 Author Share Posted October 9, 2015 Most of the nicest beaches in this country are sand just like anywhere else in the world. I"m not trying to tell you that Aussie beaches are 'better" than Pommie ones, just saying that many Pommie beaches have stones rather than sand, including the two best beaches in the world for me, Lepe and Calshot. You are closer than me. Go and check them out. I imagine it's a geographical reason why they have stones. I seem to recall many other beaches along the south coast of England are the same. Brighton perhaps? Sidmouth? Chesil Beach? I know that other beaches, Newquay for example (my favourite West Country beach and town) has lovely sand, as does Tenby. I don't know any Sydney beaches that are predominantly stones rather than sand. If you were here, I would take you to every one of them to "prove" it. If I was back in Hampshire, I could take you to Lepe and Calshot, and other beaches nearby and "prove" that they are mainly stones. Lepe has some sand, but in the main it is stones. Calshot is the same, stones on the beach, though at low tide there is plenty of sand visible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 you really need to visit better UK beaches. I have been to hundreds of UK beaches. Most of them were shite. Except for a couple of nice wild deserted ones in Cornwall, Wales and Scotland. Also I have never seen a snake on a beach in Australia. Although I once saw an adder near a Norfolk beach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Great pics, Loving the guy lying down, can't be comfortable! Laying on a pebbly beach can sometimes act like a massage. Especially if the stones are warmed from the sun prior. Think of Maseur massage sandals for your feet - pebbles work same principle for your back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Hot stone massages are the best, you've just made me want one even more now! I'll have to try that one haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 My favourite outdoor pool in Sydney is the one at North Sydney next to Luna Park. Great view of the bridge and the city. One of my favourites too. I also like the Boy Charlton pool by the Botanic Gardens. But the best pools I reckon, are the free ocean rock pools found at most Sydney beaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 oh wow, that looks lovely. Hyams Beach - one of my favourites Looks even better in real life And you can camp in Jervis Bay National Park: http://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/jervis-bay-and-shoalhaven/jervis-bay/attractions/nsw-jervis-bay-national-park Certainly worth a visit Stacey. Some great beaches in Northern Scotland I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 There's so many places!! I wish I just had endless money so I could travel around loads without having to worry about staying in one place to work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelensvaleHoward Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 East coast in UK Bridlington area had really great sandy beaches Had some great holidays there in our caravan right on the cliff edge Happy memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted October 9, 2015 Author Share Posted October 9, 2015 One of my favourites too. I also like the Boy Charlton pool by the Botanic Gardens. But the best pools I reckon, are the free ocean rock pools found at most Sydney beaches. Yes my fave is at Bronte with both natural rock pool and man made pool next to each other. I went to Nielsen Park on Monday, first time for a few months. Can be hassle to park but it has everything, natural bush setting. wonderful views, good for families, plenty of shade, Cafe, two cafes maybe, historic mansion. I keep meaning to apply for ticket for NYE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 I have been to hundreds of UK beaches. Most of them were shite. Except for a couple of nice wild deserted ones in Cornwall, Wales and Scotland. Also I have never seen a snake on a beach in Australia. Although I once saw an adder near a Norfolk beach. Last year on a beach in Devonport :shocked: http://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/2730383/snake-on-beach-not-unusual-says-handler/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted October 10, 2015 Author Share Posted October 10, 2015 Laying on a pebbly beach can sometimes act like a massage. Especially if the stones are warmed from the sun prior. Think of Maseur massage sandals for your feet - pebbles work same principle for your back. My memory of Brighton, admittedly 25 years ago, was stones and dog poo. Come to think of it, that favourite beach of mine - Lepe - with its marvellous foreshore walk was always covered with dog poo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 And you can camp in Jervis Bay National Park. Looks like the link says you can't. But there is a camp ground near by I believe. Personally I hate camping from very bad experiences in Wales, Scotland and the New Forest in Hampshire. I am sure camping in Australia would be much more pleasurable, but those incidences from my youth put me off for life. When I go to Jervis Bay area, I either stay in a motel or splash out for a romantic getaway beachside cottage. Or stay in Kangaroo Valley which is another fantastic option as near a National Park full of beautiful waterfalls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 My memory of Brighton, admittedly 25 years ago, was stones and dog poo. Ewwww - donkey poo more like. I wonder if donkey rides still occur on beaches in the UK. It was a "must do" tourist activity when I was a child. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Last year on a beach in Devonport Oh I am sure they are there; since snakes are attracted to water. But personally I have never seen them. I think it would be quite an unusual occurrence but still possible nevertheless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolman Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Oh I am sure they are there; since snakes are attracted to water. But personally I have never seen them. I think it would be quite an unusual occurrence but still possible nevertheless Snakes are commonly found on beaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpingjellybean Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Snakes are commonly found on beaches. Goodness can no-one read properly on this forum! I have already agreed that snakes CAN be found on beaches! I have read of people who have seen them on beaches - although personally I have never actually seen one on a beach in OZ. But I did come close with an adder in the UK near a beach. I am speaking from MY personal experiences here because who elses personal experiences could I possibly speak from! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolman Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Indeed, can no one read, read the last line of the post I quoted. You said you think it would be an unusual occurence, it isnt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted October 10, 2015 Author Share Posted October 10, 2015 Snakes on beaches? I don't like snakes but I'm far more wary of blue bottles. I've never seen a snake on a Sydney beach. In the bush certainly along with spiders. Actually I've seen very few snakes and spiders, sharks or stonefish even if I know they are all there just waiting to pounce! I've never been stung by a blue bottle either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Last Time We were down Sydney way, at Manly Beach, Were had to watch we didn't step on a used syringe.They were even Shooting up, in the pub.Te Stein I think the name was..Nice Beach but awful goings on.Foul Mouthed drunks anddrug takers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 (edited) Last Time We were down Sydney way, at Manly Beach, Were had to watch we didn't step on a used syringe.They were even Shooting up, in the pub.Te Stein I think the name was..Nice Beach but awful goings on.Foul Mouthed drunks anddrug takers. I like Manly. Spent many a happy time there and never observed foul mouthed drunks or druggies shooting up. Might be different at night though. You are a right moaner Zack. You need to lighten up and be happy. Life is too short and you're a long time dead. Edited October 15, 2015 by JockinTas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzukiscottie Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Last Time We were down Sydney way, at Manly Beach, Were had to watch we didn't step on a used syringe.They were even Shooting up, in the pub.Te Stein I think the name was..Nice Beach but awful goings on.Foul Mouthed drunks anddrug takers. And what did the Police say when you reported this criminal activity to them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted October 15, 2015 Author Share Posted October 15, 2015 Steyne Hotel on the corner of the Corso opposite the beach. I've but been there for a long time. You could be unlucky and step on a syringe. They are all around Surry Hills. Then again in both this country and UK they dump syringes in post boxes hence the warnings to wear gloves and watch out for "sharps". Where would Zack's utopia be I wonder? England? Australia? Somewhere in between? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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