Hounds of love
Peggy's Cove is the most photographed lighthouse in the world.
We were determined to beat the crowds so got there early.
And for a few solitary minutes there was only us, the crashing of the waves and 50 or so other people, also determined to get Peggy to themselves.
Then the coaches started arriving.
But you can understand the attraction. The small rural community of Peggy's Cove is picturesque in itself, and the lighthouse sits proud on a magnificent granite outcrop.
We still managed to get a few photographs sans selfie-takers and lobster ladies, then we hit the enormous gift shop which is lighthouse junk heaven.
You'll have to head back in the direction of Halifax before detouring back south to the coast to find Terence Bay Lighthouse. It's only an hour from Peggy's Cove and the same distance from Halifax but in complete contrast we were the only folk at this lighthouse!
Yes, it did need a coat of paint, but as with the majority of lights, it's setting was pretty special.
Driving the coastal roads and lighthouse trails of Nova Scotia is a lovely experience.
Around every corner is a beautiful lake or a wonderful view that will make you sigh.
They all have fabulous names like Fergusons Cove, Portuguese Cove, Herring Cove, Ketch Harbour.
And I couldn't believe how green the place is?
Trees everywhere. It's why most of the lighthouses are made of wood you know.
We stopped by one lake to take some photographs and again we were bowled over by the locals cordiality. A lady saw us, popped out of her house and invited us into her back garden, as apparently that's where the best views of the lake were. So we took our photos, had a chat and set off on our way again, smiling and waving at our new friend.
Next stop was Sambro Harbour Lighthouse which turned out to be in someone elses' back garden.
The owners of this property were outside working with their friends, and although not as chatty as our earlier encounter, they were obliging enough to let us onto their property to take a photo.
So I headed off to take a few photos of the 'Salt Shaker' type light, as the locals call it.
Now I'm not a dog person, so when the owner shouts out to me.
"Do you have pit bulls where you come from? I think they get a bad press"
And I turn to see a 60 pound lump of muscle careering towards me, a few things go through my head.
Glad I didn't wear shorts today. Why am I here? Is this really worth it? Goodbye.x
But the cheeky chap was just happy enough to lick away my fear.
He was Canadian pit bull you see. Very friendly.
But I didn't take too many pictures. I thanked the owners and walked backwards to the car.
Unlike John Grant it didn't give me the urge to watch Cujo again anytime soon.
We headed north up the coast to Duncan's Cove Nature Reserve.
The last lighthouse of the day was Chebucto Head Lighthouse.
We had to walk the last 750km to the lighthouse through the nature reserve. The the sun was shining, we had fabulous views of the sea and it was a very nice way to finish our first lighthouse expedition proper of our Canada trip.
We were determined to beat the crowds so got there early.
And for a few solitary minutes there was only us, the crashing of the waves and 50 or so other people, also determined to get Peggy to themselves.
Then the coaches started arriving.
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| Peggy's Cove Lighthouse |
But you can understand the attraction. The small rural community of Peggy's Cove is picturesque in itself, and the lighthouse sits proud on a magnificent granite outcrop.
We still managed to get a few photographs sans selfie-takers and lobster ladies, then we hit the enormous gift shop which is lighthouse junk heaven.
You'll have to head back in the direction of Halifax before detouring back south to the coast to find Terence Bay Lighthouse. It's only an hour from Peggy's Cove and the same distance from Halifax but in complete contrast we were the only folk at this lighthouse!
Yes, it did need a coat of paint, but as with the majority of lights, it's setting was pretty special.
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| Terence Bay Lighthouse, Nova Scotia |
Driving the coastal roads and lighthouse trails of Nova Scotia is a lovely experience.
Around every corner is a beautiful lake or a wonderful view that will make you sigh.
They all have fabulous names like Fergusons Cove, Portuguese Cove, Herring Cove, Ketch Harbour.
And I couldn't believe how green the place is?
Trees everywhere. It's why most of the lighthouses are made of wood you know.
We stopped by one lake to take some photographs and again we were bowled over by the locals cordiality. A lady saw us, popped out of her house and invited us into her back garden, as apparently that's where the best views of the lake were. So we took our photos, had a chat and set off on our way again, smiling and waving at our new friend.
Next stop was Sambro Harbour Lighthouse which turned out to be in someone elses' back garden.
The owners of this property were outside working with their friends, and although not as chatty as our earlier encounter, they were obliging enough to let us onto their property to take a photo.
So I headed off to take a few photos of the 'Salt Shaker' type light, as the locals call it.
Now I'm not a dog person, so when the owner shouts out to me.
"Do you have pit bulls where you come from? I think they get a bad press"
And I turn to see a 60 pound lump of muscle careering towards me, a few things go through my head.
Glad I didn't wear shorts today. Why am I here? Is this really worth it? Goodbye.x
But the cheeky chap was just happy enough to lick away my fear.
He was Canadian pit bull you see. Very friendly.
But I didn't take too many pictures. I thanked the owners and walked backwards to the car.
Unlike John Grant it didn't give me the urge to watch Cujo again anytime soon.
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| Sambro Harbour Lighthouse, Nova Scotia |
We headed north up the coast to Duncan's Cove Nature Reserve.
The last lighthouse of the day was Chebucto Head Lighthouse.
We had to walk the last 750km to the lighthouse through the nature reserve. The the sun was shining, we had fabulous views of the sea and it was a very nice way to finish our first lighthouse expedition proper of our Canada trip.
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| Duncan's Cove Nature Reserve, Nova Scotia |
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| Chebucto Head Lighthouse, Nova Scotia |
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