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Nelson Creek


Above is the Nelson Creek pub, about 30 minutes outside of Greymouth. Such a warm Autumn day when we stopped there and hardly anyone about except an old gentleman sitting outside his cottage fixing something. This part of the West Coast, like most of it has gold mining history starting from around 1865 - people have been known to find bits and pieces in the river (below).  



B walked off to explore the swing bridge which was further up the river but I stayed down on the ground having a paddle in the water.

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roentare said…
It is such a beautiful river scene. Ambient and serene.
28 March 2023 at 11:29
csuhpat1 said…
Looks like a great place to explore
28 March 2023 at 13:04
NCSue said…
Thank you for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2023/03/gods-glory-all-around-us.html!
28 March 2023 at 13:25
Fun60 said…
What a peaceful place to sit and enjoy the surroundings.
28 March 2023 at 19:10
s.c said…
Looks very inviting for exploring.
28 March 2023 at 22:41
Iris Flavia said…
I would love to see the inside!
29 March 2023 at 02:48
Bill said…
What a beautiful place to explore and enjoy.
29 March 2023 at 03:37
Sharon said…
That's a beautiful place by the water.
29 March 2023 at 04:16
William Kendall said…
An appealing river.
29 March 2023 at 05:12
Tom said…
...it looks like a beautiful spot.
29 March 2023 at 08:00
Klara said…
looks inviting
30 March 2023 at 06:05
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