Wider view of new 'Meadow Bluebell' area

All the pitches have now been created in the 'Meadow Bluebell' area - and we are now waiting for the roads to settle and then we will lay the final layer, erect the fencing and then plant this area. It will be a really sheltered location and a real suntrap!

New pitches Meadow Bluebell

We are waiting for the hardcore to settle and then we will lay the final top coat

New pitches in Meadow Bluebell

New pitches taking shape. The grass seed is beginning to show through

New pitches beginning to take shape

These are the new hardstanding serviced pitches in the Meadow Bluebell area, these have shared water points between two pitches

installation of new electric and water points

Pitches are also being created on the opposite side of "Meadow Bluebell" area and this will be called "Meadow Crocus"

land draining in the meadow area

The area has been land drained to eliminate pooling on the ground in wet weather

Second layer of hardcore on the new road

The second layer of hardcore has been added

New pitches taking shape

The electric has been laid and the top soil levelled and grass seed has been sown, all we want now is some more sunshine to make the grass grow

Delivery of hardcore

lorry loads of hardcore are being delivered on a daily basis

Creation of new pitches

The weather has been good over the last few weeks and we are making considerable progress. We have landdrained the area and have laid the pipes for the water and electric points

New pitches being created

The pitches have been pegged out and they are now being created

Upward view Meadow Bluebell

The roadway is being increased along the length of this area

Downward view Meadow Bluebell area

This is the downward view back to the main camping field

New roadway taking shape into Meadow

The area is going to be called 'Meadow Bluebell'. It will be a very sheltered and secluded area.

Creating the new roadway

We began by clearing away the undergrowth and topsoil to create the new roadway.

Improvements have begun!!

We began work at the end of September to improve the camping field. We have begun to develop the 'meadow area' with hardstanding and super pitches.

End of Season

We have now closed for the season and we would just like to thank everyone who came to stay with us this year, we really appreciate your custom, and we look forward to seeing those who have re-booked next year

Offical opening of pool 28th May 2010

The pool has offically opened for 2010 and Fleur is the first one to jump in and use it!!

Roll on the hot weather for the weekend so that all our guests can enjoy the refreshing pool!

Mr Moor hen

Even the moor hen came up today from the stream in the meadow to look for some crumbs!

Yesterday the redheaded woodpecker was on the bird feeder again but I wasn't quick enough to take a photo!

We also have some baby wagtails that have just flown the nest and they are so cute! We should also have some baby blue tits soon as they are using the bird box by the house and again I haven't managed to take a photo of the parents coming in and out of the box as they are so quick!

Mr B

Mr B came right into the kitchen today looking for some breadcrumbs! he is really cheeky!!

Fred and Freda

I've nicknamed them Fred and Freda!

The mallards come every year to the park and they just sit whereever they wish ! Today it is in the main orchard

Beautiful acer by reception

7th May 2010.

The weather has been exceptional again this week! I love this time of year on the park as the foliage and forna change daily with spectaclur colours! Everyday the trees are developing blossom and new leaves. Below are a few photo's that I would like to share with you as I love the colours the trees morph into and the blossom on the trees this year has been wonderful!

Trees by reception

7th May 2010 Trees by reception

wider view of Flowering Cherry in the Front Orchard

7th May 2010 wider view of Flowering Cherry in the Front Orchard

Flowering pear in the Main Orchard

7th May 2010 Flowering pear in the Main Orchard

Flowering Cherry in the Front Orchard

7th May 2010 Flowering Cherry in the front Orchard

John Davis Trophy

The winner of this years "John Davis Trophy" was awarded to Mr Beavon and his trusty companion Crispin the dog.

He is a regular atttendee who tries never to miss the event.

Triumph Club

Exhibiting their pride and Joys!

21st annual gathering of the Triumph Club.

The 21st Annual Triumph Bank Holiday gathering was another great success. All who came enjoyed the weekend. They were treated to entertainment by local celebrities Randini & Derek Sandy on the saturday night and a Quiz on the Sunday. The evenings went very well, no doubt helped by Fuggle De Dum & Wight Knight real ale which was requested as a special in the bar!

We would like to thank the Triumph Club for coming, it is a pleasure to hold this event and we look forward to the national gathering and the friends we have made over the years as well as the new members, roll on 2011

May all your spark plugs keep sparking for the year ahead! and all your oil seals remain intact!! :-)

"Field of Dreams"

FIELD OF DREAMS


As they say - "If you build it they will come" according to the film! Our guests are already enjoying the fine weather the Island has to offer.

Peep po!

Is he watching me or am I watching him!

Cyril the acrobat !

Its amazing how he manages to hold onto the feeder! Its really funny to watch when its windy !

FINALLY I CAUGHT HIM ON CAMERA!!

Cyril Red Squirrel

I looked out of the kitchen window this morning, and Cyril Squirrel was busy hanging upside down on the bird feeder!! He had climbed down the rope, attached himself to the feeder, held on and managed to pinch some of the birds nuts! But alas by the time I'd got my camera he was gone!

This is Mr B

This is Mr B

He was very cheeky the other day. Our back door was open and I went inside the kitchen to find him browsing around!! He'd already had his breakfast outside but it seemed that wasn't enough!

Mr Blackbird is getting more brave by the day, he waits on the doorstep every morning for his breakfast. We are thinking of having a bird flap installed so he can come in and help himself but not sure if Bob the dog would be too keen on that!

The snow has finally gone!

The snow has finally gone now!

We can finally get back to our winter re-furbishments.

At present we are currenly updating and modenising the toilets in the bar area.

The bar area has also had a lick of paint and new carpets so it will be nice and fresh for this season.

Too cold to dip your toe in the pool today!

We have had 6 - 8 inches of snow and all the children are loving it as they have all been off school and are sleighing down the hills! They should be back to school tomorrow as most of the major roads are now open. Every morning there were different animal footprints in the snow which was nice to see and all the small birds were waiting every morning for their nuts and bread.

Snow Wight!

It began to snow last Wednesday and we are still covered in the lovely white stuff!! It is the worst snowfall the island has seen for 30 years and I'm sure for most of the country!

But you know what they say! Cold winters! warm summers!! so I hope the forcasters are right!

Roll on the summer if so ! :-)

This is the main carpark and doesn't usually look like this! But I think it looks very tranquil - the snow has a 'wow' factor until you want to get out!

The Snow is here!

We are under 4" of snow! Any camping wanted, we have spaces! :-)

Welcome to our new Blog

Hello to all,

Welcome to Appuldurcombe Gardens Holiday Park Blog.

We will try to keep you up to date with the latest news from around the park and pictures of work in progress.

Happy New Year to all