Upon arriving at the national trust car park near the start point, I walked through fields and up a slightly steep hill before reaching the rocky coastal path. The path was quite challenging and at one point, I found myself on all fours, trying not to look down. As I neared Ellender beach, a couple spotted me through binoculars and mistook me for a rock climber. Although I had visited the beach with my wife, teenage daughter, and little dog eight years prior, I remembered the difficulty of the journey. However, upon reaching the beach, I was amazed by the stunning view of the golden sand and the sun shining on the water. After scrambling back up to the top, I opted for an easier route back to my car, grateful for the less strenuous journey. Next time, I think I'll skip the rocky path and take the more trouble-free route.