Hi
We got to Freshwater beach last saturday too, got really rained on putting tent up but managed it in record time thanks to Dibs (a very nice man who helped up set up!) and stayed dry through out..(thanks to the old faithful indy)
We were right at the edge of the caravan field and were fully exposed to the sea "breeze" for 2 days (and scary nights). A few people packed up early having lost parts of tents or awnings...I saw the full extent of the wind squish our neighbour's orchy back end, so much so it looked like the whole tent was about to be flattened, then it popped back up again!
We stuck it out however and ended up with the best few days camping we have had so far...really enjoyed it and the kids spent a lot of time in the sea or pool for the rest of the week..
The direction of the wind had changed with the weather and putting down this morning was lovely. The breeze was gentle and the sun shone all the time.
Happy that we stayed, I was almost ready to give up after 2 sleepless nights, but in the end we had a great time.
Want to go again now!!
Emma
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Topic: Horrendous winds at Westbay, Dorset
