Blackberrying along The Strawberry Line - Congresbury to Yatton

 

It is Bank Holiday Weekend and the seafront will be crowded with day trippers and holiday makers.  With this in mind I headed off in the opposite direction to walk another segment of The Strawberry Line – Congresbury to Yatton.

Having caught the bus from Worle I alighted just outside of Congresbury at Moor Bridge where The Strawberry Line crosses the River Yeo.   

 

Rivers, streams and rhynes are full of duckweed at this time of year but there is the occasional clear spot where blue sky and clouds reflect in a tranquil pool.

The path meanders through fields where contented cows chew the cud

 

 sheeps graze

and ponies canter

Just outside of Yatton is a colourful seat decorated with artwork from local schoolchildren

I particularly like the section devoted to butterflies

 

At this time of year the hedgerows are full of ripening blackberries – a wonderful treat for walkers.  Cyclists pedal on through missing the berries in the bushes.

There are benches aplenty along this part of the route so if you want to rest and enjoy the countryside there is ample opportunity.  The exit/entrance to the pathway at Yatton is marked by a unique piece of artwork depicting a steam train together with the people and wildlife who can be found using the walk.

The Strawberry Line Café awaits visitors at Yatton Station. 

The interior is cosy with comfortable seating and it is interesting to see the old photos, posters & artwork displayed on the walls.   

This is also an ideal place for a comfort stop before catching the bus or train back home.

A perfect summer’s afternoon away from the crowds.