We planned a short stay not too far from our temporary home in Devonport and found a cabin in the bush near Sheffield at Lower Beulah. It only took about 3/4 hour to get there so we arrived early in the afternoon on a very hot summer's day - over 30 degrees which is exceptionally hot for Tassie. The cabin is on a hill overlooking the property and near the Minnow River. It's a very nice spot and perfect for a relaxing Sunday afternoon.
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| Eastern Spinebill. |
Apart from the Eastern Spinebill, I didn't do much bird photography at this location. Mick
On Monday morning we set off into Sheffield, the nearest town. Sheffield is well known as the "Town of Murals" and these works of art adorn many buildings in and around the town. The town also has magnificent views of Mount Roland. Although only a small town, there are a number of cafes, a pub, various shops and a good visitor information centre. Oh, and there is also a fudge shop! Yes, we did come away with a box of six different, delicious flavours.
On Monday morning we set off into Sheffield, the nearest town. Sheffield is well known as the "Town of Murals" and these works of art adorn many buildings in and around the town. The town also has magnificent views of Mount Roland. Although only a small town, there are a number of cafes, a pub, various shops and a good visitor information centre. Oh, and there is also a fudge shop! Yes, we did come away with a box of six different, delicious flavours.
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| Mount Roland |
We decided to return the long way to Devonport on Tuesday morning - going out to Mole Creek to visit the caves there. We took the back roads towards Paradise then the Mole Creek Road before turning towards Mole Creek Caves. There are two caves at different locations - Marakoopa and King Solomons. We chose the closest one, with the easiest access, Marakoopa. Tour tickets are purchased at the main office, then it is a short drive up to the cave entrance. Tours are scheduled throughout the day and there are a couple of options. Because it was so busy, extra tours had been scheduled so we didn't have to wait too long.
Our tour, Underground River and Glow-worms involved a few stairs as well as some low and narrow passages. The cave had been closed since about May 2016 due to flood damage and had only recently been re-opened with all new electrical and lighting. Although not as spectacular as some of the better know caves (eg Jenolan Caves in NSW) this was still a beautiful and worthwhile tour.
We stopped for lunch in Mole Creek and then drove on to Chudleigh where we stopped at the Honey Farm. There are so many different flavours of honey which you can sample before purchasing your favoutrite(s) which of course we did.
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