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Porlock Weir in inclement weather

Looking rather different from the local post-card pictures. We see here another view of this fashionable village. This photo demonstrates perhaps that it is not really necessary to have clear bright weather to make a picture. A wet walk now for us to the furthest low reaches of those woods we see in front of us on the left.

“Porlock Weir is a harbour settlement approximately 1.5 miles west of the inland village of Porlock, Somerset. "Porlock" comes from the Old English port loca, meaning an enclosure near a harbour. Porlock Weir refers to the salmon stakes and traps that were situated along the shore. ~ Described further as an ancient seaside port and picturesque coastal village, situated on the edge of the Exmoor National Park in West Somerset. Surrounded by steep wooded slopes, verdant farmland and the heather covered moor, it provides the perfect base for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers alike. The bustling harbour village is a hive of activity with plenty to do for all ages, such as boat trips, crabbing, paddle boarding, browsing the local shops or simply relaxing on the pebble beach with an ice cream in hand. ” ( WiKi & porlockweir.co ) PiP shows my earlier photo.

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17 comments

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Beautifully composed; like the hazy mood.
Thank you for the info Herb.
15 months ago

TOZ said:

Hi Herb looks a bit wet and miserable at Porlock Weir. Great Image and excelent composition the mist makes it moody very nice.
Have a good day.
Gordon
15 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to TOZ:

It was pretty dire weather Gordon. I was happy how this photo turned out. A great place no doubt in the best conditions.

Cheers. Herb
15 months ago

Malik Raoulda said:

Admirable et excellent rendu brumeux joliment partagé.
Bonne et agréable journée.
15 months ago ( translate )

Rosalyn Hilborne said:

Inclement weather makes a very atmospheric photo Herb :-)
Two beautiful shots.
Cheers, Rosa.
15 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Rosalyn Hilborne:

In that Rosa, you are quite right here. Very happy that you enjoyed both these views.

Cheers. Herb
15 months ago

Gabi Lombardo said:

the weather is not the best but the photographer can appreciate this misty mood :-))
15 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Gabi Lombardo:

Yes, it gives us a bit of mood that can't be bad.

Best Wishes. Herb
15 months ago

Keith Burton said:

Great to get another perspective and a wider context on this lovely settlement Herb. It looks really beautiful even in the less-than-ideal weather (which seems to follow you around)!

The grey skies and mist have given this image .a very atmospheric feel. Definitely worth viewing large as there is plenty to look at and enjoy.
15 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to Keith Burton:

Always good when you enjoy mu travels and captures Keith. I disliked the very soggy walk here and back but as you say it gave atmosphere to my piece.

Cheers. Herb
15 months ago

J. Gafarot said:

It looks desolate and sad.
Terrible weather.
15 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to J. Gafarot:

Even the best places (like this) can look that way in this weather.

Cheers. Herb
15 months ago

John FitzGerald said:

I feel as if I'm there. Great capture, Herb.
15 months ago

Herb Riddle replied to John FitzGerald:

Great that you put it that way John. an interesting place even in these conditions. This village has one of the highest rise & fall tides in the world after 'Bay of Fundi'.

Cheers. Herb
15 months ago

Roséha D. said:

On aime beaucoup**********************
15 months ago ( translate )