Shanklin Old Town

[Bingo88]

Will be returning home tomorrow after 5 days in Shanklin on the Isle of Wight. I took this picture of the old town yesterday and the beautiful buildings around. Weather has been wonderful and the Pulmonary rehab must have helped because I have managed the gradual hills ok without using my Sabutamol inhaler. Hope you all enjoyed the weekend. Brian

[sassy59]

What a lovely photo Brian and pleased you’re having a good time. We like the Isle of Wight as it’s very pretty with plenty to see and do. Xxx

[Bingo88 in reply to sassy59]

Yes it is. I had forgot how hilly it was but I have managed with walking up the hills ok with no problem

[Hidden]

I went to Shanklin years ago and really enjoyed it there!

[Bingo88 in reply to Hidden]

Yes it's lovely but like everywhere shops are shutting up

[Damon1864 Volunteer]

Beautiful photo thank you for sharing hope you have a lovely time. Have a good day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx 🌻🌻

[Bingo88 in reply to Damon1864]

Yes it's been beautiful tempted to stay another 5 days

[Damon1864 Volunteer in reply to Bingo88]

I would stay it's beautiful, have a good night and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx 🌻🌻

[Bingo88 in reply to Damon1864]

Yes I would I just can't get back because no coach coming to my area. Have a lovely day. Brian

[CDPO16]

Glad that you have enjoyed your holiday Brian. Thank you for the photograph, I haven't been to the Isle of Wight since childhood.

[Bingo88 in reply to CDPO16]

Yes it's still beautiful been to Godshill today that's a lovely village

[madonbrew in reply to Bingo88]

Godshill is my favourite little place! It’s so cute! It looks like you’ve been having a lovely time and I’m really glad you’ve been managing with your breathing!

[Bingo88 in reply to madonbrew]

Yes the weather makes the brea

[Jane2005]

Lovely photo. I have many childhood memories of the Isle of Wight. It was nearest thing to going abroad then 😀

[Bingo88 in reply to Jane2005]

Yes it still feels like that now

[leo60]

Looks gorgeous, Brian Glad you've been having a lovely time and that the rehab has helped you ....... great news! love, Laurie xx

[Bingo88 in reply to leo60]

Yes it's been a nice break. Got to plan the next one now

[HollyBoyd]

What a beautiful village scene. Glad to hear you have enjoyed your holiday and also had good weather, perfect xxx 😊

[Bingo88 in reply to HollyBoyd]

Yes it was . I only booked it on the Wednesday and went on the Friday after checking the weather forecast. Brian

[B0xermad]

Lovely to see you were here on the island,I am 10 mins away by car and we have had some glorious weather last week

[Bingo88 in reply to B0xermad]

A lovely place to live for you. There's some beautiful places to visit. Brian

[B0xermad in reply to Bingo88]

Much better than Essex where I moved from in 2003

[Bingo88 in reply to B0xermad]

Yes I should imagine its a lot more peaceful

[Lyd12]

Pretty as a picture, thanks for showing us, love Iris x

[Bingo88 in reply to Lyd12]

Your welcome Iris. I am not good at taking pictures usually got the sun spoiling the picture. But managed with this one Hope your day goes well Brian

[Biofreak]

Great photo Brian. A good holiday makes such a difference to your mood. Good holiday and good memories to bring home.

[Bingo88 in reply to Biofreak]

Yes I love a holiday now I have retired and plenty of lovely places to go if we have the weather. Brian

[Izb1]

Looks lovely Brian and glad you had a good holiday. I have just returned from a lovely week with my daughter in Tenerife and must admit my calves were really sore with all the walking especially hills, think I am out of practice x

[Bingo88 in reply to Izb1]

Oh how lovely yes it's like everything if you don't use it. You loose it so they say. Brian

[Hidden]

Great photo of one of my favourite places.Did you try that pink old tea shop?

I went for a lovely cream tea with Prosecco there.

There are fairies at the end of the garden round the back. Sounds like you had a lovely time. 😊

[Bingo88 in reply to Hidden]

No I didn't. There was far too many places to try and with it being hot. I preferred a cold drink so a pint of lager it was. Brian

[watergazer]

Wonderful photo Brian. Glad you had a good time and pulmonary rehab has helped you. Xx

[Bingo88 in reply to watergazer]

Yes I was surprised I didn't think rehab had made any difference but got up the gradual climbs. And didn't need my Sabutamol. Brian

[Stratos20]

Lovely photo. My brother-in-law lives in Ventnor. Just love the IoW 😊

[Bingo88 in reply to Stratos20]

Yes it's a wonderful place to live and so relaxing compared to the mainland. Brian

[Patk1]

Looks beautiful and safe not being many people about.youve done well to not need salbutamol AND to even manage those hills!safe journey x

[Bingo88 in reply to Patk1]

Thanks so much Yes I have. Must keep the exercises going now. Brian

[Greenthorn]

Thanks for posting Brian. I am reminded of many holidays spent on the Isle of Wight, Shanklin, Sandown and Ventnor in the late 60's and 1970's . At the time I worked for Freddie Laker and formed friendships with many staff, taking cheap flights abroad. One pal was Roy who had Kyphosis, a near 90 degree curvature of the spine. After he and I had left the airline (British United Airways) he and I would visit the IOW for a week or more, drinking in bars, sunbathing and playing the many putting courses in fierce competition with each other. We stayed more in Ventnor, at a lovely hotel run by a Greek/Cypriot who organised games in the evening for his guests. Roy was a great sports lover and played for his local cricket team, taking many wickets in a season - he was a great spin bowler, despite his low height.

Before I kick the bucket, I'd like to visit Ventnor again. Thanks for posting and reminding me of some great memories . David

[Bingo88 in reply to Greenthorn]

Your welcome David. I hope you get back there soon. Brian

[jackdup]

What are the roofs there made of?

[Bingo88 in reply to jackdup]

I believe they are Thatched roofs

[jackdup in reply to Bingo88]

Thanks, they are very unique looking.

[Kristicats]

I love Shanklin and Godshill😍

[Bingo88 in reply to Kristicats]

Yes they are beautiful and Newport is also very quaint. But I avoided there with the music festival on last weekend. Brian

[Alberta56]

I didn't know Shanklin was so beautiful. Glad you have had a good holiday.

[Bingo88 in reply to Alberta56]

There's some beautiful places to see on the island its not very big but you could take a week or 2 exploring. Brian

[Lemon7]

Lovely picture. I hope one day to visit isle of wight.

[Bingo88 in reply to Lemon7]

I hope you do also. Its a relaxing place to unwind. I go with a coach company who has a hotel on the island in Shanklin called Daishs holidays and they are excellent value for money and half board breaks with Entertainment every night as well. Brian

[Lemon7 in reply to Bingo88]

That sounds so nice. It's definitely on my to do list. Best wishes