Tibbetts became uninhabitable sadly; frozen pipes but plenty of coal however, there was a bad forecast with no chance of a thaw, Lundy staff Rob and Pete were fearful that the boiler would be next so, reluctantly we were re-located to Bramble Villa East (BVE). A new experience for all of us: Electricity, radiators, wood stove and a fabulous window to sit and gaze at the storm. Outside it was bitterly cold with temperatures barely getting above freezing combined with a machete wielding wind meant that there was a chill factor of up to -14°C on occasions. Excursions outside were limited to short walks (roped together) and it felt like the wind was stripping flesh from your cheeks. always ended in the pub for a warm-up pint (or two).
Helicopters rarely dont fly due to wind but we were there during the Storm Imogen ( https://esterspears.com/2016/02/15/winter-lundyland/ ) when the chopper was cancelled, and this time it was more ferocious, so no surprise that they couldn’t lift us off the island. Stranded on Lundy for 4 extra days? Dont mind if I do….
The only casualty, apart from a few upset work colleges, was the flag pole – it snapped in half.
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Fuji XT-2 w 16-55 f2.8
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MartinT
April 11, 2018
The photo of the sea conditions in Landing bay from the Ugly is just unbelievable. Glad I left on the Monday. Cool.
estpix
April 12, 2018
Yea, mad innit. Fair play the the staff on the island who kept everyone supplied with fuel and water and, who have worked tirelessly since repairing all the burst pipes and storm damage to the properties. See you on the island mate.