Cup of Tea with Carly: A Weekend Away

After many years of discussing holiday ideas, trying to sort out our schedules so they would match and endless failed plans, three of my close friends and I finally went on weekend break together.

My friend Lauren's family owns a caravan in Mablethorpe, which is a small seaside town in Lincolnshire, England. So we packed our bags and hit the road on a late Friday afternoon, the weather was gorgeous so naturally the windows were down and the music was up. We made a quick pit stop in the town of Gainsborough for some Fish and Chips, we stopped at 'Cox's Traditional Fish and Chips' after I saw it was ranked the number 1 restaurant in the town on Trip Advisor. Of course, it's highly unlikely that Trip Advisor ever lets me down, the meal was delicious! After our stomach's were full to the brim and happy, we were soon back on the road. As soon as we arrived, we unpacked and headed straight to the beach! Just in time, to watch the beautiful sunset.

A few brave ones decided to brace the cold sea and go for a paddle, where as I was much happier enjoying the view from afar and keeping my feet firmly in the sand.

The wind had started to pick up and we were instantly regretting not bringing any jackets to wear. We just had time for a few quick pictures, before the thought of pyjama's, blankets and a film became too tempting.

From left to right, myself, Lauren, Lauren and Chloe all sporting the windswept look. Chloe also has a blog where she write's book reviews, you can check that out here if you like.

Snuggled up back in the warmth of the caravan we settled in for the night and watched The Purge, me being the wuss I am, spent most of the film hiding behind a pillow, so after the film had finished we decided something a bit more happy and uplifting was needed, we picked Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, which was the perfect way to end our first night.

Our second day was another gloriously sunny day spent exploring Skegness's market, eating ice creams, and spending far too much money in the amusements. We eventually decided it was time to head back to Mablethorpe, where a couple of hours lounging on the beach were needed.

I'd spent the day in my skinny black jeans, in my defence it had been raining when we'd left the caravan in the morning. So after i'd peeled them off my legs and put my shorts on, I knew the next place I needed to visit was the sea! This time the cold water was my best friend, so Chloe and I cooled off after a scorching day.

Not the most appealing look sea i've ever seen, but the sea it was and that would do!

After a couple of hours of gossiping and lots of laughter, we headed back to the caravan, we favoured a takeaway pizza and another film night over going out drinking, Planet of the Apes was on the cards tonight. We ordered from Papa Johns and were pleasantly surprised that they delivered right to your caravan door, we could have easily walked to their shop, but when on holiday right?

The next day was our last day, so we decided we'd have a lay in, it was a sunday so surely that's acceptable? We packed up and headed off to the Mablethorpe Seal Sanctuary just down the road from where we were staying. The Sanctuary rescues injured and orphaned seals, healing them back to health before they release them back into the wild or in some cases giving them a permanent home, if they are unable to return. Other animals such as foxes, badgers and owls are also given refuge here. The sanctuary is only fairly small but they are doing a great job for the animals, so it's well worth a visit or donation to show your support.