Famous Five Find Food (...think there's a theme evolving)

It was a case of keeping check with the weather in order to top up with more Vitamin D after last Fridays trek across the local hills. There was a special offer being advertised across this part of the country for blue sky and some good, sea dazzling sunshine.

So we 5 gathered again on Butts Brow and took to the trig point on the hill top whilst the dog social world were interacting around us. There was a slight mist around and some clouds bubbling on surrounding horizons, but it seemed like we had clear passage south as our aim was to make invasion on the East Dean Market.

 Bell Tout lighthouse was still there in the distance, despite concerns that the eroding cliff edge. The news have been declared that Birling Gap Hotel was having part of the sun lounge taken down. But we weren't going that far today.
The sheep allowed us through into the next field and scattered as dog walkers were maintain tight control on their pets. Although looking relatively drier there were still areas of extreme mud trails where our boots were unable to maintain good grip.
But this was soon to pass as we descended through the East Dean housing complex. We observed the well maintained gardens fronting the impressive looking houses as we walked down towards the main road. Quickly crossing the road for fear of our impeding the speed limit of traffic going in both direction, we encountered the famous Squeeze Gate next to Went Cottage. We all got through with ease and saw the gathering milieu of East Dean folk at the market.

On previous occasions whilst visiting the market, we had the delights of finding the Pastie seller and once again she was there in prime position ready to attract our healthy appetites. Moroccan Lamb, Beef and Horseradish and several other flavorsome delights were soon sold, consumed and more bought to carry home. Fish, Wild Boar and apple juice were also on offer, not to mention the kindling wood that had received a 100% price increase since our last visit in November.


It was time to head for the golf course and dodge any wayward shots. The protected footpath was sheltered for most of the way and footprints of sheep were evident in the muddy track.

We stopped and unpacked the flasks and took sustenance for a while before ascending back onto the South Downs Way. Golf Balls scattered everywhere, not to mention fine weather golfers who were also making best of the conditions. Did it improve their swing? I think not....

Turn left at the top of the track and the clouds remained on the horizon. From this distance, even Hastings was looking good. We arrived back at the car 7 miles clocked up and exchanged considerations for the next time and perhaps if the sun keeps shining thinking about packing some factor 30 next time.