Had my first ever experience with paddle boarding today and loved it! Opted for a private lesson. Sean, the instructor, was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He knew how to adjust to my specific needs, making the lesson a very pleasurable experience. I was able to learn safety measures, stroke types, how to effectively stand up from kneeling position, how to get back on the board when falling on deep waters and much more.I would recommend lesson at Soak for anyone thinking about starting their journey with paddle boarding,...
Read moreJust popped down to Abbey Sands with my son for a hot chocolate, it was very good but expensive. Nearly didn't bother as whilst waiting for the customers in front of me to be served, I witnessed one employee ask another for something to be passed over. It was thrown over, landed on the floor, picked up then put straight into the drink that was being prepared. If I hadn't promised my son a hot chocolate I would have gone elsewhere. Perhaps the owner needs to send his employees on a health and...
Read moreEasily one of our favourite local hangouts, featuring a pair of cleverly and tastefully converted shipping containers, right by the beach. The coffee shop / bar has something for everyone including great coffee, a range of quality pastries and cakes, soft drinks, not-so-soft drinks, hot dogs and (new for 2024) sourdough-base pizzas.
We spent a relaxing couple of hours at Soak yesterday. The coffee was as good as always and we really enjoyed the new, sourdough-base pizzas. It's so good to...
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