Yes another New Year - just where do they keep coming from? And a most delightful walk and entertaining luncheon; or was it afternoon tea? Kitley House to start; were we really allowed to drive down the drive? A goodly number turned up to walk the Yealm; or is it Silverbridge Lake? A lovely, clear, frosty and icy morning; would the sun have enough strength to warm us? No; by the Fish Pond to Warrren Point where the rusty railway bridge supports show what once was. Round to the main Yealm, lots of birds to see; Pochard grazing and Curlew calling, such a pretty place. Kitley Quay Cottage was a nice place for a cuppa although the swimming pool needs some work. And on, past the weir and across the road all the way to Kitley Caves - not open. Back and on to the House for a sumptuous lunch. It truly was amazing, just what can be achieved with loaves of white and brown sliced bread - not a lot! The gallons of free tea and coffee with piles of scones, jam and clotted cream somewhat eased the pain. Definitely an area worth revisiting - if not eating.