Mark Poultney

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Making the most of the late summer sun ☀️
Camping this time with Ruby & Leo 🐕‍🦺🐾 next to the forest of Dean and the river Severn.
A lovely couple of nights at the very well equipped Sheephouse Campsite 🏕
Great forrest and river walks! 👞

#sheephouse
#exploremoreuk
#camp

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

A different type of mountain climb this time, along with friends.
A good, grade 1 scramble on this hike up Moel Siabod, Snowdonia ⛰️
Once at the summit (2,861ft) the 360' views are fantastic! Great views of Snowden, Tryfan and surrounding peaks! ⛰️

#Snowdonia
#scramble
#hiking

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Back in the rugged mountains of Snowdonia 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
Fantastic views of the Ogwyn valley at sunrise following a tough climb to 3,100ft and great wild camp at the summit of Y-Garn! ⛰️

#wildcamp
#Snowdonia
#sunrise

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

A great wild camp in the Brecon Beacons National Park. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
Climbed the popular Sugar Loaf mountain ⛰️
Spectacular 360' views at the top & sunset!
Great weather made for a memorable adventure! ⛺️😀

#wildcamp
#sugarloaf
#hiking

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

A lovely trip to Cornwall to stay with friends in Polruan, a picturesque village on the coast, accross from Fowey.
Good weather, enabled us to explore the coastline by boat. We were so lucky to get up close to the elusive Risso's dolphins! 🚤 🐬🐬

#Cornwall
#dolphins
#risso

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Birthday celebrations with friends in Andalucia 🇪🇸 🥳
A great few days away in the Lecrin Valley.
From relaxing on the beach to climbing to the summit of Valeta Pico (3,396m) in the Sierra Nevada! 🏔

#Andalucía
#mountainclimbing
#adventures

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Congratulations to Sean celebrating his 30th! 🥳 🎂
A lovely get together with friends,on a sunny summer afternoon! ☀️

#BirthdaySurprise
#celebration

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Tangier 🇲🇦 to Malaga 🇪🇸
We've sailed the Atalntic & now in the Mediterranean Sea! 🛳
Another memorable Virgin cruise, with the iconic themed Scarlet Night.
Where the ship turns red for the evening, culminating in a high-energy pool party! 💃🥳

#virginvoyages
#scarletnight

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Our first transatlantic cruise, on board the fantastic Valiant Lady!
Having a happy upbeat vibe, great entertainment & wonderful meals.
Making this North Atlantic crossing so memorable! 🥂

#virginvoyges
#valiantlady
#cruisinglife

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

New York, we walked accross Brooklyn Bridge for some great views of Manhatten and down town.
A relaxed day, prior to our transatlantic cruise.

#newyork
#traveling

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

A fantastic week skiing Les Arcs & La Plagne in the French Alps.
Amazing snow & weather conditions, along with good friends, made for an unforgettable time. ⛷️ ☀️

#Arc1950
#ski
#GoodTimes

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Making the most of some brief winter sunshine in January.
A refreshing hike with the dogs up the famous Great Orme in North Wales.
Fantastic views and sunset from the top accross the bay to Snowdonia!

#thegreatorme
#hiking
#wintersun

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Lovely sun & blue skies following the first snow of the winter! Although freezing temperatures, great to get out with the dogs, who loved to explore this winter landscape! ❄️🥶❄️

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Another great road trip, up through Spain & France. 1,700 miles over 5 days. 🚙 & two dogs 🐶🐶.
Making a point of avoiding toll roads, led to a really interesting time, with some fantastic sights and scenery!

#roadtrip
#Spain
#France
#England

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Veleta, Sierra Nevada. A great day climbing this mountain standing 3,398m (11,150 ft) tall!
The views were spectacular accross the Mediterranean Sea towards Africa!
Rapidly changing weather prevented us making the summit, but we all left safely!

#SierraNevada
#Veleta
#hike

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

What an incredible day!
Following storm Claudia, Sierra Nevada has been left covered in the first real snow of the winter. ❄️❄️
A great time for the dogs & to see the pistes being prepared for the new season! 🏔

#SierraNevada
#Hike
#sunsummit

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Autumn in the Lecrin Valley! 🍂
A fantastic time of year to be here, with warm sunny days. Great for walking the dogs & exploring the local countryside.
Many friends agree, also choosing to spend time here & getting together.

#Goodtimes

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

A great opportunity to visit the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, near Meknes 🇲🇦
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, amazing that construction, began around 3rd century BC!
With incredible mosaics & structures still intact!
A hot day! 🌞

#Volubilis
#UNESCO
#Morocco

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Arrived in Fes, Morocco 🇲🇦. Staying in a wonderful riad in the heart of the bustling medina!
So much going on around you & its easy to get lost. The Chouara tannery was amazing to see even with the pungent aroma!

#Fes
#Morocco
#traveling
#minttea

[Mark Poultney @Poulters40]

Y Garn, Snowdonia, and my first solo wild camping experience!
Not the best weather and hiking to the summit through Devils kitchen turned out quite challenging.
The new tent stood up to the elements well, which helped make it a great experience!

#YGarn
#solocamping
#hiking