tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37877939537806241842024-02-08T04:28:46.939+00:00Fell Top Stories Blog now moved to www.felltopstories.comLynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.comBlogger131125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-89687554317520368062018-05-06T09:54:00.000+01:002018-08-14T21:18:23.429+01:00Sannox Horseshoe - Change is gonna come....... <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Day 3 on Arran and after the fog and mist of yesterday we woke today to a promise of brilliant sunshine breaking through at some point in the morning which was a great start since today we were going to attempt the Sannox Horseshoe. A walk full of scrambles, ridges, high peaks and right up my street. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We parked at the designated car park and the fog and mist was still low but undeterred we made our way up the path, through the Sannox valley with the path getting gradually steeper. Trees loomed in the mist and it was all very dark and gloomy. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As we made our way up the side of the first hill we could almost feel the cloud lifting and by the time we'd reached the scramble part the skies were blue and the cloud was receding as the sun shone and provided some much needed warmth of the day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The first scramble bit was fantastic and really was a good logistical challenge. There were parts that at first looked impossible and then with a bit of thinking and choosing the route carefully we navigated our way through the steep rocks. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Once we'd reached the top of the first part of the hill the ridge before us was jagged and a little bit exposed in some areas but looked amazing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It was here we could see the full horseshoe and the ridges and peaks that waited for us later in the day including the witches step which looked a bit ominous. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The ridge would take us up and over the next hill leading us to North Goat Fell which is the sister peak of Goat Fell which we did yesterday and the we'd follow the path down to the saddle away from North Goat Fell and onto the remaining peaks in the horseshoe. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Looking behind us we could see the scramble bit that we'd just come over and most of the initial ridge. The views really were magnificent and totally made up for yesterday's lack of visibility. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Over all of the initial scrambles we popped out near the path that we took yesterday up onto Goat Fell but took another direction and since it was around lunchtime we hunkered down behind a rock to eat something before heading down to the saddle and across to the other peaks. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">It was as we were eating our sandwiches the cloud started to drop again and visibility became non existent. We made our way down off North Goat Fell onto the path which we believed would take us over to the saddle but visibility now made it practically impossible to see what direction we should be taking. We got out our map and could see the path we should be taking but felt that due to the weather closing in it would be sensible to retrace our steps back to North Goat Fell and then back down the path we took yesterday. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Disappointing we had to call the walk off short as when we got back to ground level the sun was once again out and skies were clear. It was just not to be today but I think we'll be back on Arran and we'll give this a go again, definitely. </span><br />
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Date walked: 06/05/2018</h4>
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Time taken: 7 hours</h4>
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Distance: 14 km</h4>
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Ascent: 1032m</h4>
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Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-62888780713251351932018-05-05T09:50:00.000+01:002018-08-14T20:44:52.328+01:00Goaty Mc Goat Face <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It was our first trip to Arran and Goat Fell had been on our to-do list for a while so after a day exploring the island and a first night camped in our trusty Bob on the southern shore looking over to Ailsa Craig we were off early to Goat Fell. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We parked half way up the track and soon found the path which was really well signposted. The weather looked ominous up ahead but we were kitted out for all weathers so off we plodded. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The path took us up quite steeply quite quickly and took us over to a river and the sliders which we could just make out in the fog and mist. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The higher we got, the foggier it got and we really were going to be unlucky today with any view but as with all walks, it didn't matter really. We were on the island all weekend and hopefully we'd fair better with the weather on the other days. Today was just Goat Fell and fog or not it was still enjoyable. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The path was really good and took us up over all sorts of terrain. Rocks, bog, gravel and before long (2.5 hrs approx) we were on the summit and dropped down behind some of the summit rocks to eat lunch. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We didn't hang around long, just enough for a picture and to get some food and then we were on the path down. The mist and fog was so bad we missed our turn off which would take us back over to the path we'd come up on so we had to retrace our steps somewhat but soon found the right path.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We met many walkers who asked us repeatedly how far it was to the top as they were pushed for time as had come off 1 ferry and were booked to go back on the next but thought they'd get Goat Fell in while they were here. Well done for having a go! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Soon we were back on the path we'd come up on earlier (the lollipop stick) and wound our way down through the bracken towards the parking spot where Bob was waiting.</span><br />
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Route description: <a href="http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/arran/goatfell-corrie.shtml" style="color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">Goatfell, from Corrie</a></h4>
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Corbetts included on this walk: <a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/corbetts/goat-fell" style="color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">Goat Fell</a></h4>
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Date walked: 05/05/2018</h4>
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Ascent: 928m</h4>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-31828965245836068022018-04-28T09:49:00.000+01:002018-08-14T06:53:46.334+01:00Pen y Ghent - A fell of a race <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Today we were bound for Pen y Ghent again because of the Yorkshire 3 peak Fell Race where Tom was a participant. We got their early so we could get up and half way down before the start of the race at 10am to get a good vantage point to watch the race. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It was a glorious day with just enough of a chill in the air to make it comfortable for the runners. I cant imagine running in wind and rain up a hill but then again I cant imagine running up a hill full stop but fair do to those who do. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It wasn't long before we'd reached the top and climbed over the wall by the stile to start making our way down the path. We'd planned to stop about half way down to see the runners go up and then come down again before heading back to the finish line to see them come through. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Tom was doing really well and quite far up the pack on the initial climb and still one of the front runners coming down of Pen y Ghent. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">They still had Whernside and Ingleborough to do but we had a wander down to Hull Pot and then stopped for a pit stop in the pub whilst the runners were tackling the other 2 peaks. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">An hr or so later we were at the finish line to watch Tom complete the race. He did really well and out of nearly 1000 runners he was in the top 15. Impressive. </span></div>
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Hewitts included on this walk: <a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/hewitts/pen-y-ghent" style="color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">Pen-y-ghent</a></h4>
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Date walked: 27/04/2018</h4>
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Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-69767428852631809162018-04-21T09:49:00.000+01:002018-08-14T06:52:53.724+01:00Buttermere Round <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">After a lovely night wild camping in a little secluded parking area near Buttermere we were up and out early and ready to start the days walk which took in High Crag, High Stile, Red Pike (of the Buttermere variety!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The light was fantastic as we started the walk. A real glimpse of summer was starting to creep into the days and the sun did indeed have some warmth in it even at the early hour. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As we walked up the side of the first peak Red Pike we gained height fairly quickly as it was quite steep and soon found the views, as always, spreading out in front of us. Fleetwith Pike behind us with its formidable form. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Up onto Red Pike was a marvellous walk but we didn't hang around for long at the summit, just long enough for a picture or 2 and then it was off to High Stile. A fantastic path to follow really made it easy to move from one peak to the next. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A challenging day but a beautiful one and the weather gods were with us as it stayed clear and dry all day. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em;">Wainwrights included on this walk: </span><a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/wainwrights/high-crag" style="caret-color: rgb(51, 51, 51); color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">High Crag</a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em;">,</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em;"> </span><a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/wainwrights/high-stile" style="caret-color: rgb(51, 51, 51); color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">High Stile</a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em;">,</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em;"> </span><a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/wainwrights/red-pike-buttermere" style="caret-color: rgb(51, 51, 51); color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 1.3em; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">Red Pike (Buttermere)</a></div>
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Hewitts included on this walk: <a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/hewitts/high-crag" style="color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">High Crag</a>, <a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/hewitts/high-stile" style="color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">High Stile</a>, <a href="https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/hewitts/red-pike-buttermere" style="color: #398ebe; direction: ltr; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; unicode-bidi: embed;">Red Pike (Buttermere)</a></h4>
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Date walked: 07/04/2012</h4>
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Time taken: 7 hrs</h4>
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Distance: 14 km</h4>
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Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-6198169957211441092018-04-07T09:48:00.000+01:002018-08-13T19:05:24.235+01:00Pen y Ghent - a wander up a local dragon <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Well we always said if it was raining when we started a walk then we'd not bother but if it started raining while we were on a walk then it was ok as we'd have our waterproofs with us. This day it was raining but we decided to give it a go anyway and off up the path towards Pen y Ghent we went. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It wasn't the most pleasant walk but hey, we were out and anything is better than resorting to a TV couch afternoon. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As with most walks the views sometimes save the day and today was no different. The changing weather gave the most remarkable skies and as the clouds swirled around us we pushed on up the hill. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Pen y Ghent is a lovely hill, I've been up here many many times and each time I've always loved the little bit of scrambling that you get just before the summit. Today was no different and its always a little bit more challenging and exciting when the rocks are wet but not difficult enough for it to be dangerous. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">At the top the views were not too bad, clouds became picturesque and we stopped at the trig point for a few pictures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We didn't stop long at the top and were soon on our way back down the hill. The downward section is mainly stepped but a little bit slippy when wet so care had to be taken. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After only a couple of hours were back at the car, a little damp but exhilarated after a brilliant walk in some challenging weather. Glad we got out and my favourite of the Yorkshire 3 peaks never fails to offer a good walk. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-66112112532103228612018-04-01T09:46:00.000+01:002018-08-13T18:50:31.846+01:00White Cliffs of Dover - looking for blue birds! <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Easter weekend and the prospect of a rather large and scrumptious Easter dinner means that a fair walk needs to be on the cards. We chose the Folkstone to Dover walk and since its a linear walk we parked 1 car in Dover and then headed to Folkstone to start the walk. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The English Channel looked marvellous in the morning light and although there had been a little rain lately the path was not too muddy (famous last words!!!) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Any coastline is fabulous with the smell of the sea and the sounds of birds, waves and the stillness of the day. Today was no different it was a lovely day and we were making the best of it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We stopped of at the RAF museum which was a newish building but with some stunning sculpture and inscriptions from what looked to be the Commonwealth. Countries represented with individual inscriptions of Air Force squadrons from their respective areas. The main sculpture below was really poignant. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As the day wore on the clouds began to gather threatening some weather which wouldn't bother us really as we had all our waterproofs with us and although the path was getting a little more muddy now it was still fairly clear as we plodded on along the path. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The light was spectacular as shadows appeared in the coastline and my eyes were peeled on "fin watch" but sadly I saw no fins, not one, not ever a flicker of anything marine-like. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Just as we thought the going was good we hit the muddiest part of the walk and I can tell you it was a squelchy moment. Hanging onto fence posts so not to get the worst of it didn't help much and we all were resigned to just getting on with it and dealing with the consequences. Boots could come off before we got in the car if the worst came to the worst ..... and oh boy it did ! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Seascapes make lovely pictures and I couldn't help snapping this lovely little tree all on its own with the coast and horizon (France) behind it. Beautiful sky! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Approaching Dover we could see the ferries moving in and out of the Port indicating that we were almost at the end of our walk. We walked past Samphire Hoe which was the rubble brought out of the ground when making the Channel Tunnel which is being developed along the coast edge. Quickly the path moves downwards and our walk for today has ended. On the bright side we have a superb Easter dinner to look forward to, yum yum x </span><br />
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<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-15017939279451400702018-02-25T19:26:00.000+00:002018-03-01T19:27:06.096+00:00Derwentwater Round Sunday morning and there is nothing better than a good walk to blow the cobwebs away from the night before which involved a few Gin's whilst watching Scotland win the Calcutta Cup. Yay !<br />
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The walk this morning we'd decided on was round Derwentwater and it was magnificent with reflections on the water and fells all around. Some topped with snow and some just basking in the morning light.</div>
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As we made our way round there were lots of birds about. Woodpeckers, thrush's, finches of all descriptions (apart from Bull, didn't spot a Bullfinch) and lots of gulls, a few oyster catchers and half way round the lake a Smew which allegedly is quite rare in these parts. </div>
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The walk itself was great but after our epic walk yesterday after 7 or 8 miles I was pooped and ready for a cup of tea and a nice slice of cake which we had at the Walled Garden of Beatrix Potter and then made our way back into Keswick to collect Bob and head home.</div>
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Took a few pictures but not as many as normal but still had a great day and clocked up a fair few miles in my quest to walk 1000 miles in 2018. I think I'm on 170 now, so still a way to go. </div>
Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-80420163250231485622018-02-24T19:17:00.000+00:002018-03-01T19:19:11.903+00:003 Fells and a Bob The first weekend where the weather wasn't horrendous with promises of dry, bright, sunny and calm days meant only 1 thing. Bob was quickly packed after work on Friday with all the necessary things we'd need for a weekend in the lakes and off we set.<br />
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Approaching Keswick we found that the A66 was closed a few miles before Keswick and if we planned to stop at our Castlerigg spot then we'd have a heck of a detour. We pulled off before the road closure and found ourselves on back roads, some very narrow, around the Mell Fells and after 10 mins or so found a lovely spot to park up on a bridge over a river. <br />
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What a spot this proved to be. In the morning we had a red squirrel peeking in and it danced around for a few mins before heading off to the forest, we had a dipper in the river below and a massive fox crossed the field in front of us, keeping its beady eye on us as it crossed. All that wildlife and we hadn't even had breakfast.<br />
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We were soon dressed and on our way to park up for our walk. Honister was our destination for parking as today we'd planned to head for Great Gable taking in Grey Knotts, Brandreth & Green Gable. I'd done Green and Great Gable before but Grey Knotts & Brandreth were ticks for me, yay!<br />
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The forecast was proving correct with the sun shining down on us as the cold wind bit at my face. It wasn't long after we got going that I began to warm up and as there was very little wind at this point it was quite pleasant. The initial part of the walk is fairly steep up the side of Grey Knotts but this kind of path is great because you gain great height in a short space of time and the distraction is all the gorgeous views opening up around you.<br />
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At the top of Grey Knotts we took the obligatory trig pics and set off towards Brandreth. <br />
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The higher we got the windier it got but it wasn't uncomfortable at all. What else was noticeable was that the higher we got the icier it got and the ice/snow patches were becoming more frequent. We knew that most of the high hills were in winter conditions but for some reason our winter gear was still in Bob. No crampons and more importantly no ice axe which always came in handy when going up or down snow/ice patches. No sliding down any patch on your bum if you've got nothing to stop you.....bah !<br />
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After posing at the summit cairn of Brandreth we could see over to Green Gable and more importantly over to Great Gable and it looked pretty wintery to me. We said we'd make a decision on the top of Green Gable whether to continue as it wasn't sensible to get involved with any larger ice/snow fields without the proper equipment and sure enough as we stood on top of Green Gable it was aparent that we wouldn't be going any further but would find our homeward path which was visible just below us and call it a day. <br />
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So off we went down the path, which I must say was a brilliant path. The homewards route took us right past Pillar and we could see down the Ennerdale Valley and over to Buttermere and all the gorgeous Fells round that area.<br />
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We couldn't have asked for a better day weatherise and it really is a privilege to get to do what we do and experience the world from a different prespective and glad I've always got my camera to take advantage of the most perfect conditions.<br />
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Thats me up to 194 Wainwrights meaning only 20 to go !<br />
<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-14125228509204201362018-02-04T18:23:00.000+00:002018-02-14T18:24:09.050+00:00213 down, 1 to go - Hurrah! Well we're almost there. Ullscarf, Chris's 213th Wainwright was in our sights. After leaving the car park we walked a little bit along the road until we came to the gap in the wall that would take us right and onto the path up the side of Steel Fell and up to the base of Ullscarf. By all accounts it was to be a boggy walk but fingers crossed the ground would be a little bit frozen so we wouldn't have as much wetness as we'd read in other peoples accounts of this particular walk.<br />
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Once we were on the path through the valley the scenery was brilliant as always and the sun in the sky and lack of clouds meant that the walking, so far, was quite pleasant.<br />
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Up through the valley we eventually reached a small tarn. Behind us was the Helvellyn range with its magnificent snowy tops with big fluffy clouds starting to move in and to the left of us was the route over towards the Langdales with white hills as far as you could see. We'd been in this valley before, on another epic day, but our target now was to the right of us and up, what seemed to be, a non existent path. Oh the joys !<br />
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Let me explain my joy, being off piste or having no visible path is my least favourite part of any walk. It does weird things to my head and all I can ever think of is "We're doomed"when of course we're nothing of the sort but every time it just gets me that way. In this case there was nothing else for it but to make our way up.<br />
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So off we went up the steep, wet, rocky, slippy, relentless and energy zapping side of the hill. It took absolutely ages and seemed like it was 2 steps forward 3 steps back most of the way. Chris motored on and was up at the top plateau way before me but I just dug in and kept trying to move forward and upwards and soon enough I was at the top. Not the top of the hill, just the top of this part of the walk but at least it was easier going underfoot. <br />
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That climb up was exhausting and took me a few mins to get my breath back but off we went along a now more visible path towards the trig point which marked the summit of Ullscarf. It was still a good 20 mins walk but not as steep and the ground was pretty decent so the walking was good.<br />
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Finally at the summit we met another man out for the day who'd come the other way who was, like us, enjoying the views. We only had few mins to eat a bit of our sandwiches before heading down off the summit. Although the days are getting a little bit longer we still had no idea how boggy it would be going down and getting off the hill in daylight was the plan.<br />
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The initial path down to the woods was decent enough and we soon turned right again into a wooded area. This is where things became a little bit trickier. The path through the woods was rocky, steep in parts and incredibly wet with very little available to get a good grip on and quite a lot to slip on so we had to concentrate and pay attention to where we put our feet. Most of my way through the initial part of this forest was clutching to anything at the side of me, branches, trees, ferns just to keep my balance and not go head over heels. Precarious was a good way to describe it and after going for what felt like hrs, Chris checked the map and said, Oh we're only about a 1/4 way through the forest.......another joyful moment! <br />
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Luckily the rough bit was short lived and we found ourselves on a much better path further through the trees and it didn't take long before we could see the road ahead of us and soon we were back at the car. Another Wainwright ticked for me and the penultimate one for Chris. Rannerdale Knott is the final Wainwright for Chris as the plan is to have friends join us on the final Wainwright so Chris picked this one with the thought of it being accessible for all. What a great day that will be !<br />
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After getting back to the car we decided to take a quick trip to The Dog & Gun in Keswick. And so ends another great day - roll on the better weather and more wonderful trips into the hills !<br />
<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-39802686457958416512018-01-27T07:42:00.000+00:002018-02-15T07:44:07.858+00:00Robin Hoods Bay - Splodge Splodge Splodge ! Sitting at home on Friday, checking the weather, everywhere was forecast rain and wind for the coming weekend apart from a small window of opportunity on the East Coast around Whitby so after work on Friday we packed up Bob (our lovely little camper van) and headed East. A spot of wild camping on Friday night was just the ticket close to where the planned walk started and all would be good.<br />
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The walk we had planned was a section of the Cleveland Way from Robin Hoods Bay down to Scarborough. We would set out to walk the whole section but cut it short if time or the weather held us back and if we made it the whole way we'd get the bus back after some seaside fish and chips of course.<br />
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We arrived finally at Robin Hoods Bay around 10pm and we didn't fancy waiting 45 mins for the moussaka I had bought for dinner to cook so we just nibbled on some crackers on cheese, popped the roof and settled down for the night. We stayed in the Old Station Car Park, free in the winter and an ideal spot for tomorrows walk.<br />
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Saturday dawned with the sound of the wind whipping up outside and the rain gently pattering against the windows. The forecast was wrong, no dry calm weather here! Never the less we got dressed in our waterproof coats, walking boots and ventured out. It actually wasn't too bad once we got outside and made the decision to give it a go, weather or not. So off we set.<br />
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Robin Hoods Bay is a lovely little village with views out to the sea and quirky little shops and cafes. No time to stop this morning as we feared the weather would turn worse so we set off along the Cleveland Way towards Ravenscar and then perhaps onto Scarborough. Scarborough was about 17 miles so even at this early hour we knew that would be a big ask today but we'd see how far we could get.<br />
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The Cleveland Way is a fantastic path and we'd walked several sections of it before but today it was what can only be described as a mud bath. At first we danced precariously round the worse sections of the mud but a few miles in we couldn't avoid it any more and just plodded through. <br />
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When we reached Ravenscar we decided that this was our limit for the day. We'd gone 5 miles or so and had the choice of walking further in a decidedly unsettled day with the prospect of more mud or we could walk back along the Cinder Track which was the old railway line. This seemed the better option so after a quick cuppa in the National Trust shop we headed back.<br />
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5 miles later we were back at Bob, caked in mud but happy to have had a good brisk even if incredibly muddy walk. Deciding not to stay another night and the prospect of a good shower had us heading for home mid afternoon. The delight on the drive home was the sunset. A display of magnificent reds and purples deepening by the minute till all was black. Beautiful.<br />
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I love the Cleveland Way with the path running right on the coastline by the sea and that neck of the woods is an area I really love so of course, we'll be back and perhaps the next time we'll get that 17 miles covered all the way to Scarborough.<br />
<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-12535219207167471982018-01-07T08:48:00.000+00:002018-01-11T08:49:19.615+00:00Rosthwaite Fell - A puzzler of a hill ! After spending the night just outside Keswick we headed back to Seatoller for our second hill of the weekend which would bring Chris's total of wainwrights to 212 and I'd be on 191. Rosthwaite Fell was our intended target and we parked in the Stonethwaite Farm campsite near the Glaramara Activity Centre and not too far from the start of the walk. <br />
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The forecast for today was cold, frosty, clear skies and not much wind and that suited us fine as the hope was to get some great pictures and tick another wainwright off the list.<br />
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The path leading from the farm was pretty clear to start with and then it all got a bit muddled. There wasn't exactly a clear path but we knew from the map which direction we should have been heading so kept on that heading.<br />
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Chris said on the way up, over slippery rocky, grassy, frosty and quite steep ground that this would be fun on the way down as neither of us had brought our poles with us today but we had a few hrs before we had to contemplate that.<br />
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The path up was confusing. There was an older couple ahead of us and they seemed to find their own route which is what we did in the end. It wasn't a bad route up it was just confusing as we knew that on top there were 2 summits and we wanted to claim them both, just to make sure we'd actually done the Wainwright.<br />
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So onwards we plodded over slippy rocks and at some point beside a little stream running down. The weather was lovely and with all fells in fine weather, the higher you got the more the surrounding landscape opened up to you. Stonethwaite & Borrowdale behind us was just lovely. Thornythwaite Fell in front of us reminded us of the day we did Bowfell - Thornythwaite leaving a car over at Langdale and one at Seatoller which turned out to be a belter of a day.<br />
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Finally reaching for the Tarn at Leaves at the top we turned left to make our way up Bessyboot. It was a rocky affair reaching the summit cairn but extremely pleasant as the conditions of the day meant we could take our time and really enjoy the views stretching out before us.<br />
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After a quick drink we were off again back down to the tarn to make our way up to Rosthwaite Cam. Whilst on Bessyboot we spoke to the older couple that had reached the top before us and he assured us that Bessyboot was indeed the true Wainwright and that our tick had already been completed so the wander up Rosthwaite Cam would be for pleasure only and I did wonder if it was worth doing as I was a little bit tired from yesterday's walk and wasn't sure I had the energy but boy oh boy I'm so glad I did.<br />
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Starting out on the path from the tarn up to what seemed like an extremely rocky top of Rosthwaite Cam got me just a little bit excited as I do like a bit of a scramble and looking up it was just possible that we had a little treat in store.<br />
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The top of Rosthwaite Cam was just that. A short but nice little scramble up through the rocks to the summit where the wind blew and left you feeling quite exposed which was tremendous. This is one of the reasons I love walking so much. That thrill of standing on a stone on top of a rocky hill with the elements whipping around you - exhilarating.<br />
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Not much time was spent on the top and we quickly made our way back to the path that would lead us down hoping we'd find a much clearer path for the descent.<br />
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The path was patchy in places but we made it down and back in good time and enjoyed the lovely golden light bathing Borrowdale and the surrounding hills with the faint warmth of the afternoon.<br />
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So there we have it. 2 more Wainwrights achieved this weekend and just a few to go before we can claim to have ticked them all. Chris is already talking about his next challenge (could be Corbetts).......watch this space !Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-3572930696903139852018-01-06T07:23:00.000+00:002018-01-10T07:24:19.048+00:00Seathwaite Fell - A Winters Tale Hurrying home from work on Friday night I was super excited as we had a weekend in the lakes planned and I couldn't wait to get up there. So off we went in Bob, our camper van and found a great little spot near Blencathra to settle down for the night with the prospect of a wintery walk over Seathwaite Fell in the morning. <br />
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We heat up some chilli and were soon in the land of zzzzzzzz's with the alarm set for 7 so we could make the most of our day. We woke to misty, skies but the forecast was that it may start off a bit murky but would brighten up later. There would be a bit of wind on the tops and it would be cold with the odd snow flurry which didn't bother us a jot so after breakfast we drove round to the start of the walk at Seathwaite Farm. </div>
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As we started up the base of Seathwaite Fell the sky was really beginning to clear and sunlight shone down on the valley behind us and started to illuminate the landscape around us. The wind however was getting stronger and the higher we got the colder it got but it was so much better than what was forecast so we were happy. </div>
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Half way up the initial path you take a left turn and take a more direct route up the side of the hill. Its not the most clearly marked route but there was a faint outline of a path so off we trotted. The path tended to follow up the side of a little stream and with most walks the higher you got the more impressive the views and with each step a little bit more was revealed and the surrounding fells were just breathtaking. Base Brown opened up to Green Gable with Great Gable emerging from behind. It was magnificent. </div>
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The funny thing about Seathwaite Fell is that there are a few points on top which could be considered the summit. There's a nice big cairn on the first hump you come to then realise that just a bit over ahead there is another lumpy bit which seems a bit higher and then begins the ups and downs touching every bit of elevation on the summit just to make sure you've actually hit the top. </div>
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The wind by this time was really starting to whip up and the clouds had gathered once again and were looking an ominous grey. Coming down of the last top tiny ice pellets started to fall and in the wind they were a wee bit stingy on the face. Muff's and hoods up we found the path that would take us downwards into the valley and then round to the right back to the farm. </div>
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It was a path we'd been on many times before as we started downwards off Seathwaite Fell we could see the crossroads which joined paths from Great Gable, Scafell and other surrounding peaks. The Mountain Rescue box was just over the other side of the paths and we swung right down to meet the path we'd originally come up on earlier in the day. </div>
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Walking into the wind with the icy bits hitting your face wasn't the best fun but thankfully that only lasted 10 mins or so. The sky was still laden with clouds but ahead, down into the valley and beyond we could see sunshine so hopefully the weather was on the turn.</div>
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By the time we'd reached the last leg of the path the weather had turned again and the sunshine had gone. We could see cloud moving in over the tops behind us and we were thankful when we reached Bob and his heater.</div>
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Chris is now on 211 wainwrights and myself, we'll I'm just hitting 190 so a few to go yet for me but we're nearly at the finishing line for Chris, woohoo ! </div>
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Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-75482313464287185272018-01-01T07:53:00.000+00:002018-01-04T07:54:57.071+00:00New Years Day take 2 This years New Years Day walk is one that should have happened New Years Day 2017 but on that day the walk was cut short by the Keswick Mountain Rescue team having to helicopter Chris to hospital with a broken Femur and Tibia after slipping on a patch of grass on High Spy. This year we planned the same route, up onto Catbells, over to Maiden Moor then onto High Spy and then down to the path that would lead us back round Catbells back to the car and thankfully all went to plan with no drama nor incident, phew !<br />
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The weather wasn't forecast to be great but we went anyways as after the disappointment of not being able to get in and amongst the hills in Glencoe earlier in the week we needed a good leg stretcher. Rain, wind and cold were forecast and on the drive up we were hampered by all 3 causing once or twice to consider whether it would be worth it to continue.<br />
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When we got to the car park at the base of Catbells the wind had dropped a little bit and the rain had stopped so there was nothing really holding us back. We had all our wet weather gear, gloves, hats and some sandwiches so off we went.<br />
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Up onto Catbells and although a little bit slippy the ground was good and the wind only caught you when slightly exposed to the valleys to either side.<br />
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The path over to Maiden Moor was a bit boggy in places but if you were careful you could avoid most of that.<br />
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The wind whipped up again on the route up to High Spy and at sometimes it felt like it would whisk you off your feet but a few sheltered spots gave some respite.<br />
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Sandwiches were quickly eaten at the top of High Spy and we could see behind us the weather closing in. A few drops of hail started to fall and cameras were put in their little waterproof bags and coats and hoods shut tight.<br />
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The rain was now persistent and the path downwards was a little bit slippy but not too bad.<br />
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Back at the car outer layers were soaked but we had smiles on our faces as there would be no helicopter today, no 2 hr drive to furness general hospital and no pain and discomfort for Chris. <br />
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There would be however a nice lunch and a pint (Chris), Gin (Lynne) at the Dog & Gun in Keswick to celebrate the start of a new year which will bring all sorts of new adventures and Fell Top Stories.Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-37337477776333301622017-12-28T07:36:00.000+00:002018-01-04T07:37:37.238+00:00A Glorious afternoon at Glen EtiveWe decided to pop up to Glencoe in-between Christmas & New Year with the plan to bag a couple of Munro's and have a well deserved adventure in the Scottish hills and when we arrived we were greeted with the most stunning weather and that only fuelled the excitement of the prospect of having a good old yomp or 2 up and down some fabulous hills. Although the air was crisp and the skies were clear we knew the forecast was set to change but we were equipped with all our winter gear and with me finally having a decent pair of waterproof trousers we were ready for whatever it threw at us. That was apart from the wind.......the dreaded wind !<br />
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Upon arrival we took Bob our lovely little camper van down to Glen Etive, right to the end and with cameras at the ready we captured the gorgeous light of the day. </div>
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The Buachaille was looking splendid as were the surrounding peaks and the glow on the valleys rivers was just breathtaking.<br />
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Further down the valley Loch Etive was like a mirror reflecting in magnificent detail all its surroundings.</div>
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We met the deer basking in the afternoon sun and passed the little ramshackle hut with the bike outside which has been an iconic snap for many a photographer. </div>
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All in all it was a glorious afternoon and a perfect way to spend a winters day in the Scottish hills. </div>
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After a superb meal and a few drinks in the Clachaig we headed back to the Red Squirrel campsite to settle in for the night, which was to be the coldest night of the year, but our trusty Bob kept us warm all night long with only the wind whipping up outside giving a little bit of worry as to what the morning would bring. </div>
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What a difference a day makes. The next day we couldn't even see The Buachaille and with the gale force winds blowing a hoolie it made our visit a different prospect entirely. Still, we had our glorious afternoon yesterday and those hills aren't going anywhere and will be visited again very soon. </div>
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Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-79333309498863773522017-12-10T07:10:00.000+00:002018-01-04T07:11:44.237+00:00That there Nab.......With Chris getting so close to finishing the 214 Wainwrights there are only a few single ones he has to complete and The Nab was one of those. So on Saturday with the prospect of a clear sunny but cold day we set of early up the M6 and over a very wintery Kirkstone Pass to park at the start of the walk. There wasn't any snow at low levels but the surrounding fells were sprinkled with the white stuff and with the temperature well below freezing we hoped that the ground would be solid and provide us with a great walk.<br />
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We started up the track that took us past the little house with the green grassy and mossy roof. Grey Crags was to our right and the further up the path we got the icier it became. In some parts the path was just like a solid sheet of ice and we had to precariously pick our way round the sides on to any sort of gravelly or grassy bit to save from slipping. <br />
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Turning off the path up to the left, over the bridge that would lead us ultimately up and over Rest Dodd the ground, had it not been frozen, would have been a boggy affair I would imagine. In fact most of this walk is billed as a bogfest so we were thankful that the temperatures were low enough that in only a few places did the ground give way underfoot just enough to send a little shudder through your body in the expectation of your foot or leg disappearing down into the murky world of damp and peaty bogginess.<br />
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But enough of bogs this walk was proving to be quite something with the views that were starting to come into view the higher we got. To the left we could see the Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks and behind us was the high street range and its neighbours. The air was crisp and clear and plenty of blue sky to keep the views in view.<br />
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The walk itself over Rest Dodd was easy enough and before long we were down onto the final path that would take us over to The Nab. As it was a linear walk today once we'd reached the summit we turned and headed back the same way, remembering that we only had till mid afternoon before we'd lose the light so we didn't loiter around but kept a steady pace back up and over Rest Dodd and then down to the icy path that we tackled earlier in the day.<br />
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There were some young folks coming down on the path also but other than them we'd saw no other people all day. Shame as the weather was beautiful and the views a delight on the eyes.<br />
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Before we knew it we were back at the car. Boots, hats, gloves, outer layers off and the heater on and we could successfully tick another Wainwright off the list. With Chris only having a few more to do I don't think it will be long before we're celebrating :-) Roll on 2018 and all the good walking next year will bring.Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-87951870535156149992017-11-12T18:13:00.000+00:002017-11-15T18:15:10.332+00:00A windy wander up to Great Calva.....Knott I've got 28 more Wainwrights to conquer before I can happily say I've completed all 214. Chris has only 7 so off we went, up to the lakes to tick a couple more off our lists. Knott & Great Calva were the targets and we had a glorious day for it. Just like it should be at this time of the year with blue skies, a distinct chill in the air and no rain forecast with only the stiffest of breezes, no gusts, well not gusts yet.<br />
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I love it when it gets a bit frosty as the ground underfoot is a bit firmer and those fells which are the boggiest of fells are a little bit more manageable when the ground is harder. Hopefully as we gained some height today we'd find that firmness, fingers crossed.<br />
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We set off up the side of a river which lead us up through a wide valley which opened up behind us the further into it we got. The route up was on a path that quite frequently disappeared and wasn't the best marked path I'd ever seen but we managed fine. The trickle of the little waterfalls trundling down the river was the only sound and as we walked up next to the river we surprised a large buzzard who had either stopped by the river to grab a bit of prey or had just spotted something and we startled it before it could grab it. Either way it swooped up next to me and flew away down the valley. Had I been quicker or spied it sooner I may have got a shot but it was too fast and was gone before my jaw hit the floor.<br />
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As predicted earlier the higher we got the frostier it became and the ground was indeed a little bit firmer which made the going a bit easier. Gloves and hats on the wind started to whip up a little bit and I was struggling with a runny nose which isn't fun at the best of times but the views and the exhilaration of being out and about made up for that.<br />
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After stopping at the summit for the obligatory picture we were off down the back towards the path that would take us to Great Calva. The views were beautiful. We could see behind us Blencathra, to the left of us was up the valley towards Thirlmere and Helvellyn and then the tops of Causey Pike and Catbells were also in view. Clouds were starting to drift overhead but there didn't seem to be any sign of rain.<br />
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Both Knott and Great Calva are really the most boring of fells. The path up to Knott being somewhat interesting due to the little river and disappearing path but then the path over to Great Calva is just a sweeping gouge in the hillside with the final ascent up at the side of a fence. <br />
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At the top the cairn was over the fence but I didn't climb over, just touched it from this side and then we nipped down to the shelter stones to have a bite to eat. We had bought some scotch eggs for lunch but at our coffee stop this morning Chris had secretly bought some mince pies (I know its still November) but these were delicious and we could save our Scotch Eggs for later.<br />
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Time to head down and this was easier said than done. The path wasn't all that clear and it was pretty steep and slippy so I chose to hug the fence as we descended grabbing the posts as I moved past them and using them to keep me upright however the metal parts of the fence were a little tricky and I caught my gloves on them a couple of times leaving me with gloves that looked like some mice had eaten them but then I snagged my coat and caused a little tear which wasn't good so for the rest of the downward part I tried to stay away from the fence, grrrrrrrr!<br />
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Back on flatter ground the path was more pronounced and made for much better walking. Over the little wooden bridge we only had about a mile to go along the track till we were back at the car. The sun was still out but as we walked we watched a patch of cloud over on Blencathra that was turning the top of the hill white second by second with snow. <br />
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We didn't see as much as a spit of rain/snow all day and that was fine by me. So another 2 hills ticked off our list bringing my total to 188 and Chris's total to 209. Not long to go till we're celebrating on Chris's final hill. I wonder if it will be 2017 or 2018 !Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-14602737509034866862017-11-04T21:36:00.000+00:002017-11-07T21:37:58.632+00:00Walla Walla Ding Dong on Bleaberry Fell Here we are again in our beloved playground with a trip up Walla Crag and Bleaberry Fell planned for today. Different forecasts saying different things meant we were equipped for all weather and with waterproofs packed along with the cheese and piccalilli sandwiches we set off up the path with the plan to venture up and over Walla Crag and then over to Bleaberry Fell, back over to Walla Crag and then down to the waters edge through the woods and if we were lucky the sun would come out and give us some light to take some nice pics (famous last words !)<br />
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The path up to Walla Crag is fairly straightforward and gave us some lovely views of the emerging town of Keswick and backwards over to Blencathra. The sun was trying to make an appearance and give it its due it had a good go.<br />
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With Keswick and Bassenthwaite Lake and Blencathra opening up to behind us to the left we had Causy Pike and a whole host of other wonderful Fells to feast our eyes on. The clouds were opening every few moments and letting streams of light fall to the ground. The light changed minute by minute and constantly changed the picture before us.<br />
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After a quick stop at the top of Walla Crag we headed down the path that would take us over to Bleaberry Fell and out came the wine gums. We'd have our sandwiches on top of the next hill but I needed a bit of a sugar hit so dove into the bag of wine gums.<br />
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Bleaberry Fell is a lovely little hill with the added benefit of having a nice shelter at the top. On the way up we were hit by a rain shower that we watched come all the way down the valley finally hovering over us before moving away Eastwards. This was the first of many showers in the afternoon that would lead to more persistent rain later in the day.<br />
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After coming down from Blueberry we headed back towards Walla Crag where we'd take a left turn before reaching the summit again which would take us back down through the woods towards the edge of Derwent Water. With the weather constantly changing it was touch and go whether we'd make it down before the next rain shower but we were lucky, the showers stayed either side of us moving over adjoining fells keeping us dry for a bit longer.<br />
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On reaching the shores of Derwent Water we could see the rain on the other side of the lake. We were headed towards Keswick and hoped we'd make it before the showers hit us on the other side. We were almost lucky and just had time to duck into the Dog and Gun when the heavens opened once again. <br />
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The forecast for the Lakes, our usual playground was forecast to be particularly nasty this weekend so South we went and headed for a lovely route that would take us up and over Mam Tor and the surrounding lumps ending on Lose Hill. <br />
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The first thing I noticed when I got out of the car was how cold it was. I was layered up but jings there was a nippy bite in the air and it took me a few mins to get going and get some warmth into my body.<br />
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Luckily as the walk progressed out from the village of Castleton the air temperature grew and soon a layer was shed as we walked up past the Blue John caves and up past Windy Knoll over to the right to the path that would take us backwards up onto onto Mam Tor.<br />
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As we approached the little steep short path that goes from the road up onto Mam Tor it was like several coaches had turned up and suddenly there was hoards of people milling about. Families, people with dogs, runners, dawdlers, all sorts of folks, out for the day, enjoying the countryside.<br />
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From the road its a pretty short walk up to the Trig Point of Mam Tor and the views are pretty stunning. To the left over to the Kinder Range and to the left sights of the little villages and industries dot the landscape.<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Surprisingly most of the hoards that had accompanied us up to the trig point seemed to disappear as we ventured forward along the path towards the other lumps. The mist that had dogged us at the beginning of the day was lifting and the sun was trying to make an appearance. The temperature was continuing to rise and there was a lovely little breeze billowing up from Hope Valley below.</span><br />
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Unfortunately we didn't have enough time to continue our walk down and over to Win Hill but we'll save that for another day. Following the path down into Castleton we had the pleasure of seeing a Harrier hunting on the edge of the woods. Unfortunately I didn't have my telephoto lens with me that day and as we got a bit close to her we could see she was spooked. I'm calling her she but I have no idea if she was female but my instincts were that she was.</div>
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A lovely walk and a great day out and about 12 miles covered over these lovely bumps. A quick pop into the Cheshire Cheese Pub for a well deserved drink and then we made our escape as Castleton was absolutely jam packed with folks out for the day. Beautiful little village which I'm sure we'll be back to at some point. </div>
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Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-4613956772705097962017-08-05T07:34:00.000+01:002017-08-09T07:35:37.522+01:00The Langdale 5 After popping up to the Langdale area on Friday night in Bob and stopping over the pub car park the target for today was my missing local hills and perhaps an added Ullscarf which neither of us have ticked as yet but we'd see how the day went.<br />
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At 7am when we were up the skies were clear and the sun was shining and with fingers crossed we hoped this would last but then remembering we're in the Lake District we confidently packed our waterproofs, layers, gloves, sandwiches, water and left our sunblock and sunglasses in the van.<br />
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The path initially took us behind the pub and to the right and and followed a great and well trodden path until it swung left again and got us working our way up the side of Loft Crag towards our first summit of the day. It was at this point the weather changed and we passed 2 climbers who were heading for Glimmer Crag but with the changing weather they stopped seemed to change their minds so as we pushed forward I could see behind me that they'd headed back. At this point cameras went away in the waterproof pouches and raincoats and gloves went on.<br />
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So what we had now was driving rain, a few gusts of wind and a drop in temperature and even we considered whether we should call it a day and have an afternoon in the pub. We decided to give it 30 mins and make a decision then. I remembered I bought the little Nikon AW130 which was fully waterproof for days such as this so kept that out as we continued along the path and up the side of the hill.<br />
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30 mins gone and we were almost at the summit of Loft Crag, our first for the day and although the black clouds were looming in several directions it did seem a bit brighter and the rain had somewhat eased off so onwards we went.<br />
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The summit of Loft crag is a nice one with beautiful views over to Bowfell and the Crinkles and we met a couple of nice chaps on the top who were just as keen as us to be out.<br />
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Onwards now towards Pike o Stickle which is a lovely craggy little top. Not far from Loft Crag but an absolute delight when you get to the base of the dome shaped summit and have to scramble your way through the rocks.<br />
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I love this part of walking and before long we were up on the top, pictures taken and could clearly see the route behind and Loft Crags lovely little shape.<br />
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It was quite boggy underfoot on the way over to our next peak. Plodding through the wetness and hoping and praying that you didn't step on a hole and that each footstep however watery would meet with some firmness. Luckily no such unfortunate scenario had met us today.<br />
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Thunacar Knotts is an unassuming little top with not a lot going for it but its spectacular views. Hills all around from the Helvellyn Range back to Coniston over to Bowfell and further Great Gable and Fleetwith Pike north to Glaramara and we could even see Windemere glistening in the few shafts of sunlight that were trying to peek through the thick dense cloud.<br />
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Quickly moving on to peak number 4 of the day, High Raise. This was more like it. A top with a shelter and trig point and the same wonderful views to die for. Time for some sandwiches and today it was cheese and piccalilli which were really tasty. We met 2 girls in the shelter who we'd seen in the pub last night having sticky toffee pudding which looked really good so I said ohh its the sticky toffee pudding girls and we all had a giggle. <br />
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The girls were heading to Wastwater where they were camping for the night. Quite a ways to go but they were young, fit, keen and had all the necessary equipment with them and seemed fairly confident with their map so after eating we wished them on their way and hoped that the weather was kind to them.<br />
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The weather had started to turn and although we still had the wind the clouds were clearing and blue sky was emerging which was an absolute pleasure after the heavy showers of the morning.<br />
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Time for a decision to be made. Coming down off the path from High Raise we headed along the path that would take us to Ullscarf. Should we head that way. We estimated another 2 hrs to get over there and 2 hrs back would leave us little time to get down off the hills and although blue sky was appearing we weren't sure what the weather was going to do so instead we headed back towards High Raise and then over to Sergeant Man which was a tricky little top to find with a path that was making itself invisible from time to time but we found it. Chris had been up there a few times before so knew basically where he was going and I just trotted behind, through the bogs!<br />
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After Sergeant Man it was time to start making our way down and the direction we headed for was Stickle Tarn, a prominent spot in the landscape below. We couldn't really see a direct path off the hill so we just made our way through the lumps and bumps following the occasional sheep track till we landed on what seemed to be a path that was heading in somewhat the right direction. <br />
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By the time we got to the Tarn the weather had done a complete full circle from earlier and the sun was warming our faces and the air was definitely warmer. Stopping to eat the last of our sandwiches we watched people making their way up Pavey Ark. Some choosing the path that wound behind the hill and some choosing the trickier Jakes Rake.<br />
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The rest of the walk was downhill on a well paved path. The walk up from Langdale to Stickle Tarn is fairly easy so we met many families going both up and down on the path and saw groups of coasteerers in the waters flowing down the Gyhll. <br />
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Before long we were back at the road and making our way back to Bob. We'd grab a bite to eat at the pub and I was looking forward to sitting with a nice cool drink.<br />
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Great day out and another 5 ticked off my list bringing my total to 186 (28 to go) and thoughts wandering to what exactly will be my last Wainwright. Hmmmm need to think about that one. Chris has still 7 to go and I'm sure we'll be popping a cork on a hill quite soon when he reaches his target. Hurrah for us!Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-65745886588769667102017-07-29T10:48:00.000+01:002017-07-30T10:49:21.210+01:00The Great British Bakestall After a few weeks of non hill activity we headed out early on Saturday morning to tick of 1 or perhaps 2 more Wainwrights from the list. Bakestall was the initial target but with the weather forecast looking decidedly dodgy it was debatable whether we'd even get out of the car.<br />
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Parked we changed into boots and got bags ready when the heavens opened and we quickly jumped back in the car and thought we'd give it a few mins to abate before venturing out. After 15 mins or so it had eased off and although only spitting it was decidedly brighter so off we went.<br />
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The first part of the walk took us up the same path we'd been on a few weeks before with the mountain bikes. Heading towards Whitewater Dash but before then we took a right turn and headed steeply up the flanks of Bakestall.<br />
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It was a wet and slippery ascent of the first part of the hill and with frequent showers it meant hoods up then hoods down intermittently. The higher we got the windier it got and although there wasn't much of a path we plodded onwards and upwards.<br />
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At the first plateau we could finally see the hill in the distance and although it didn't seem that far away it was slow going as there now wasn't much of a path and heads down we tried to follow a shallow track through the moss and grass that was leading us in the right direction.<br />
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Finally on top it was a lot more pleasant. The wind was still buffeting us about but the rain, thankfully, had stopped and there were a few dots of blue sky beginning to appear.<br />
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2 choices at the summit with 1 that would take us up onto the Skiddaw hills and 1 that would take us back down to the original path right at the point of the waterfall Whitewater Dash. Skiddaw wasn't in our plans for today so down we went.<br />
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Directly ahead of us was Little Calva and Great Calva which if the going had been better we'd have tackled today but alas those were going to be for another day.<br />
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Stopping at the waterfall we had a bite to eat and then followed the well defined track down round the base of Bakestall back to the path where the car was parked.<br />
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Thoughts were to pop into Keswick for a bit of shopping and a bite to eat at the Dog & Gun but Keswick was so busy we couldn't even get into the town far less get parked so we headed for home with the promise of a stop off at our favourite cheese shop in Settle.<br />
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So not the full compliment of Wainwrights ticked off today that we'd planned but still 1 more off that ever decreasing list. Chris is on 207 with 7 left to do and I'm on 181 with 33 left to do. <br />
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Fingers crossed we'll be in the Langdales next weekend with our beloved Bob we we can tick off a fair few more.Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-73067446822165220462017-06-24T18:25:00.000+01:002017-07-30T10:49:52.642+01:004 Fells from Pooley Bridge Wiith the weather not being forecast as brilliant this past weekend we opted for a day trip up to Pooley Bridge to tick off a few more Wainwrights and left Bob at home.<br />
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Up and out early we were in Pooley Bridge for just after 9 and after parking the car, getting camera equipment and Garmin switched on we were off up the path that would lead us up and over towards our first fell.<br />
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It was a lovely path. Littered with ferns and foxgloves and sky larks abound. Their shrill chirping above our heads stayed with us as we walked up the path.<br />
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Up and over the first little hump we could see our first fell in the distance with its little knobbly top. Arthurs Pike was its name and as we made our way towards the top we passed a couple of other walkers and so far the weather was holding.<br />
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It was a mix of cloud, with the odd spit of rain but the higher we got the more we felt the wind and with that wind brought the cold. Glad to have brough my gloves and hat with me. Even all the little plants were being buffeted.<br />
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After Arthurs Pike it was down towards the next tick Bonscale Pike with the promise of Bonscale Tower. Not quite sure what I was expecting but my wish for a grand imposing tower turned out to be a rather tall pile of stones, well 2 rather tall piles of stones but if they want to call it a tower then who am I to argue.<br />
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Wind whipping up it was a long flattish slog over towards the next hill in our sights, Loadpot Hill. With a short semi-steep trek to the top we were soon at the trig point and by this time I was ready for some lunch but that would have to wait until we found a bit of shelter as the wind would have whipped my lunch out my hand. Luckily the views were outstanding with St Sunday's Crag and the Fairfield Hills striking in the distance.<br />
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Making our way over to the last hill of the day Wether Hill we found a stone structure that would provide a little bit of shelter for lunch. Today we had home made scotch eggs and a bar of chocolate. The scotch eggs were delicious and after a quick bite and a summit selfie and a lunch view of the day we were back on our way to Wether Hill.<br />
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4 hills done and we were back on our way to the car. Not quite the same route but one that took us up over Loadpot Hill again but then followed the Roman Road practically back to where we started. Again we were dodging showers and once or twice felt a spit of rain on our backs but the black clouds that followed us along the path never materialised into much and by the time were were about a mile away from the car our raincoats came off and gloves and hats banished to our rucksacks.<br />
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Great walk and 4 more ticks. Thats Chris on 206 with 8 to go and my tally is 180 with 34 to go. Hopefully this year we'll reach that magic 214 and have a bit of a celebration.<br />
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<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-16391332787570026912017-06-17T19:26:00.000+01:002017-07-30T10:50:14.027+01:00Bikes on Fells Weather forecast = scorchio means only 1 thing for weekend plans and it usually involves Bob, a campsite and a trip to the lakes (or the coast if we're that way inclined!). This weekend however it was the lakes and we decided to take the bikes with the purpose of having a tootle out on the hills.<br />
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Wallace Farm Campsite was the destination in North Cumbria behind Blencathra and Skiddaw and it was a lovely little site with immaculate facilities and views up into Scotland. Friday night we ate chilli that we'd brought with us and planned our route for the following day.<br />
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There seemed to be a good track called Back o Skiddaw through an area of the fells that we knew well and had walked one or two times. The track didn't take us up into the high fells but high enough that it was a challenge.<br />
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So Saturday morning dawned with the sound of birdsong and with our sandwiches packed and water bottles filled we headed off.<br />
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The first part of the trail took us along the roads towards the base of the fells for a few miles and then it was bike track all the way. The sun was already out and the sky was littered with clouds and the temperature rising but it was lovely to be winding round the roads with the breeze in our faces but mouths firmly closed as its easy to have the misfortune of swallowing a fly yuk!<br />
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The initial track was pretty undulating and wound its way round the hill towards a waterfall where we stopped for a bit of lunch. The water rushing down was so tempting to pop in for a dip as it was pretty hot out there but too far down the embankment to reach the cooling spray.<br />
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The track wound its way round and down the valley towards Skiddaw house and then upwards again through the next Valley. This was the pattern of the day. Up and down and over varied terrain, some easy to navigate and some that rattled your bones so much it put the fear of death in you. The views however were breathtaking.<br />
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and very soon it opened out into a road which took us down to the village of Threlkeld where there was a couple of pubs. 1 very large soda water and lime with lots of ice went down rather nicely.<br />
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The last part of ride over the 10+ miles home was pretty much on road, initially up the A66 to where the Caldbeck turning was and then through nice country roads through Mungrisdale Village until finally we were back at the campsite. Exhausted, parched, starving, sunburned but thrilled at having an excellent day out.<br />
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Roll on the next adventure...................Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-44072734785569952852017-06-03T21:44:00.000+01:002017-07-30T10:50:32.831+01:00High Spy with my little eye something beginning with......After well over a year of not blogging I thought it would be good to get back on track so to speak and start logging our walks. Now some of you may know that since New Years Day this year 2017, Chris has been out of action after breaking his leg on our first walk of 2017 and was the Mountain Rescue Service's first rescue of 2017. A nasty slip on some grass coming down of High Spy resulted in a broken tibia and fibula and 5 months of no hills and very little movement at all. I'm pleased to say that his leg is very much on the mend, he's been discharged from the consultant and told that he can ease himself back into excersise so with that on board, this weekend, we headed for High Spy..........where else would we go !<br />
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With the arrival of Bob in our family last September, getting away for the weekend has never been easier so on Friday night I left work and headed for Borrowdale.<br />
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Chris, working only 1/2 day on a Friday was already there, with Bob and had the BBQ going for my arrival. <br />
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It was a lovely evening and Hollow Farm Campsite in Grange had everything we needed for a chilled relaxing stay.<br />
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A walk after dinner down by the river was just lovely with the sun setting and throwing reflections around the pooled water area. We saw a couple of herons flying up to roost in some nearby trees and then it was bed time for us also. A quick spray of midge repellant and we were tucked up in our Duvalays before you could say nighty night with the prospect of sunshine and a few showers tomorrow and Chris's first venture up a hill since that fateful day earlier in the year.<br />
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The morning brought clear skies and sunshine and it was a perfect start to the day. Breakfast eaten and sandwiches packed we popped our walking boots on, checked camera equipment and headed off up the path.<br />
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The initial path took us up past Castle Crag and then over the fence and down onto the valley path before heading up right towards High Spy. The sky was filled with all sorts of clouds, some hanging over far away fells and some just floating gently past us overhead. <br />
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On the path up to High Spy, passing the old slate mines we saw a buzzard hovering over the ridge to the right. It was a healthy looking buzzard and it hovered for quite a while watching its prey before making its dive. Spectacular sight. Unfortunately I didn't have the right lens on to get a shot but it was fun to watch.<br />
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As we got closer to High Spy Chris was trying to find the spot where his rescue took place.<br />
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It was difficult as the differing season meant that the landscape was slightly different and he was coming at the hill from a completely different angle. We had a good look around but it wasn't until we'd gotten higher that looking back he could piece it together and remember where it was he slipped. Not the best of memory but what an achievement, 5 months later and here he was, back on the hill. It's amazing.<br />
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The weather of the day was truly outstanding and better than forecast.<br />
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We reached the summit of High Spy and chatted for a few moments with some marshals in a charity walk that was taking place the day<br />
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At Grange we stopped at the cafe for a milkshake. (milkshake face alert!)<br />
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We'd done a fair few miles and the ice cream was most definitely refreshing. A short 1/2 mile walk back to the campsite and the weather was starting to change. The wind was getting up and it was increasingly cloudy. <br />
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Coats on and after a short rest we decided on a quick walk before dinner up Castle crag<br />
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although we decided to go the long way and 3 hrs later we were back and we had just enough light left to make dinner and fall exhaustedly into our Duvalays. What a day! What a weekend! What an achievement by Chris! So happy to be back in the fells and fingers crossed it won't be long before we're back. I have around 34 before I've completed all the 214 Wainwrights and Chris has about 12 so fingers crossed we can get that milestone ticked off before too long......<br />
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<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-46198504911426474312016-02-28T20:47:00.000+00:002016-05-10T20:48:37.577+01:00Ard Crags & Knott Rigg with loads of lovely sunshine!Having climbed all the hills on either side of these 2 little ones we
decided to pop up to the lakes for the day and tick them off the list.
Not many to go now and this would be 2 more closer to that hallowed 214
figure. I've got about 50 to go and Chris about 25 so we're nearly
there.<br />
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The weather was lovely, just perfect and both
hills easy to do and I'm sure we were up and down both in a couple of
hours. Brilliant little walk with some lovely views with Robinson and
pals to the left and the delightful Causy Pike to the right. Stunning.<br />
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<br />Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08444658190260689240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3787793953780624184.post-51842427839483231892016-02-13T20:14:00.000+00:002016-05-09T20:15:39.857+01:00Crinkle Crags & Bowfell (one of my favs!)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
A wonderful day out in the snow from Langdale up to the Crinkles and then over to Bowfell. No story to tell on this one just some great pics to savour. Fabulous day as usual and a nice wee chance to get the crampons on..........finally! </div>
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