The Best Morning after The Night Before

[Razouski]

Mr R and I went down to Devon this weekend to visit his sister who has recently moved to Brixham, and what a beautiful part of the country this is. We hadn’t seen her for a while and on arriving I realised it was going to be a “messy night” when she opened the fridge to make a cuppa and it was filled with bottles of wine and champagne.

Fortunately, before we go started, we went for a stroll and she pointed out where I might want to go for a run sometime over the weekend.

True to past form, and as predicted, the evening was rather alcohol fuelled, and included a few tearful reminiscences as well. And somehow, before we knew it it was 3am, much much later than my normal bed time, and I staggered to bed very doubtful that I would even be able to get up in the morning, let alone run.

But at 7am, as the sunshine streamed through the window, through my eyelids and pierced my brain, I woke up. There was no chance of getting back to sleep, despite feeling pretty grim. Mr R was deep in slumber and snoring loudly, so there was nothing for it but to escape.

I de-furred my teeth, dragged on my capris and vest, and was soon ready to go.

I walked down to the harbour and was greeted by the sound of over enthusiastic seagulls tucking into some scraps for their breakfast. I thought my head might explode with the sound, so I quickly plugged my earphone in and selected a 1990s playlist and started to run.

The uphill path took me through a shaded woodland, and before long I emerged onto the cliff heading towards some of the most beautiful coastline of Berry Head. My fuzzy head dissipated and I just wanted to run and run.

I turned around at 6km only because I thought it would be antisocial to leave Mr R and his sister waiting around for me for too long to have breakfast. And by the time I got back they were both up and looking a little jaded, while I was energised and ready for the day. I was pretty happy with my 12km too in the hour and 15 minutes including several stops to open and close gates, stumble over styles and taking photos.

[MikeJones68 Graduate10]

Nice run and fabulous views

[Razouski in reply to MikeJones68]

Thanks Mike. The views were stunning and such a contrast to my normal Luton based runs. That’s why it’s such a treat running as a tourist.

[MikeJones68 Graduate10 in reply to Razouski]

Oh, I didn't realize you are based in Luton! I work at SKF in Sundon park and the work running club runs the surrounding area twice a week

[Razouski in reply to MikeJones68]

Wow, small world. I back onto Stockwood Park so often run from the park to Caddington, and surrounding countryside or along the bike way from the station at Parkway towards Harpenden. I hadn’t thought of running the Sundon end of town. I might need to investigate. 😀

[MikeJones68 Graduate10 in reply to Razouski]

It's not ideal with some of the route being in Marsh Farm, but having said that we see friendly people who smile and say hello and there is some surprisingly pretty woodland around Bramingham

[Razouski in reply to MikeJones68]

There’s a nice bit of river too I guess. I’d love to see your route. Don’t know if you can send a screenshot from your running app (if you have one) in a message.

[MikeJones68 Graduate10 in reply to Razouski]

I don't think you can add images to replies on here. Are you on Strava?

[Razouski in reply to MikeJones68]

I think you’re right. I’m not on Strava, I use Mapmyrun, but maybe I could give Strava a try...

[MikeJones68 Graduate10 in reply to Razouski]

I used to use Mapmyrun, but switched because lots of our friends on here use Strava

[ChrisAllen1 Graduate10]

Fantastic effort considering the circumstances in a beautiful part of the world.

[Razouski in reply to ChrisAllen1]

It was my own fault for being hungover, but so glad I made the effort as it would have been a shame to miss out on such a lovely place to run.

[Hidden]

Lovely sometimes “hangover runs” work out fine. It sounds wonderful especially for someone who is sitting at Heathrow . Blooming good time too

[Razouski in reply to Hidden]

Did you manage to get in a post cocktail run in London this weekend Hidden ?

[Hidden in reply to Razouski]

Post cocktail and pre Sunday afternoon tea on a bus! Yup a sneaky 7k, I’m aiming to get my long runs up to the unlikely 21km....

This morning 13. something today. and hopefully 15/16 at the weekend. You’re getting the glorious weather, its cool and rainy here - but in fairness thats better for running.

Cheers and only 3 weeks to go til PCT time! BTW did you see Fix is redecorated?

[Millsie-J]

This is our favorite picnic view, have been there many times! We shall be there again in September and I will probably do the same run.

Such a beautiful peaceful area 🏃🏻‍♀️😎

[Razouski in reply to Millsie-J]

Yes, it's so beautiful. My brother is planning to move to Brixham too so I shall have a double excuse for visiting and running there.

[Millsie-J in reply to Razouski]

Mike1942 was in Brixham at the weekend too..... I directed him to Berry Head.... you may have been there at similar time 👍🏼

[Razouski in reply to Millsie-J]

We definitely need C25K and B210k tee shirts so that we can be more easily identified. 😂😂😂😂

[misswobble Graduate10 in reply to Razouski]

I got a badge, a proper metal one, ages ago. Not very big though. There used to be tees etc. Probably still is 😃

[AndG Graduate10]

Sounds idyllic! Maybe champagne fuelled run isn’t such a bad thing after all 😛

[Razouski in reply to AndG]

You may be right, perhaps I should include quaffing champagne as a regular part of my training schedule (well I would if I even had a training schedule ). 😂

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10]

Stunning..the view and the running too...very, very well done

[Razouski in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks Oldfloss , it was nice to have such a beautiful setting to run in and so different to my usual haunts.

[Sandraj39 Graduate10]

Lovely photo and that sounds like a great run too!🙂

[Razouski in reply to Sandraj39]

Thanks Sandra, the problem with having nice places to run is the urge to stop and photograph them. No PB for me, but so much enjoyment.

[misswobble Graduate10]

Well done you 😃. It’s such fun int it, exploring new routes, new sights etc. It feeds the body and soul. Bit of music, good weather, sea side. What could be better. Breakfast afterwards 😋

[Razouski in reply to misswobble]

I definitely felt I'd earned my breakfast afterwards.

[Jullaly]

What a beautiful story, I just love the running stories and sceneries. It’s brought a smile to my face this morning thank you

[Fionn42]

Ah, well you see for those of us who live down ‘ere, we knows ‘tis heaven in Devon!

[Razouski in reply to Fionn42]

It certainly is. I’m quite envious.

[Fionn42 in reply to Razouski]

But we’re very happy to share it with you!