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19th February 2011

Don't expect any sunny intervals in this one. Another dull day and a determination not to burn up too much fuel in order to get somewhere for a walk.

Fields

The Fields

Scroll down for photos and a description of the walk....

Ball Grove

Ball Grove

I parked at Cotton Tree, nr Trawden and headed for Wycoller, 45 minutes away. Ball Grove is just what you see, a haven for birds that like to get wet.

Bridge

Laneshawbridge

The walk takes me close to Laneshawbridge, but sticks to the water's edge.

Laneshawbridge

Erosion Review

I keep looking at this scene and wonder how long it will be before the path needs re-routing.

Erosion

More Erosion

The path crosses a beck at the gate and there's another beck in front of me. I reckon the spur hosting the puddle will be the next to go and more problems for the walkers.

Fields

Wintry Scene

Wycoller Cafe

Wycoller Cafe

Time for a brew. Sometimes they close for a holiday, but they appear to be remaining open this half-term.

Wycoller

Tree

Flooded Fields

Flooded Fields

What a crap day!!! Am I allowed to say that? At least it's not raining, but it has been.

Coot

Coot

There were two, but wouldn't get close enough for a joint photo.

Walkers: Just Me

Time taken: 1hr and 45 minutes over a distance of about 4 miles.

Route: Ball Grove car park at Cotton Tree then all the way along the river to Wycoller and back the same way.

Weather and conditions: Dull and cold.

Greetings Count: A few folk like me enjoying the fresh air!

Richard's Refreshment Review: Tea and scone at Wycoller Cafe, always a good bet.

All photos copyright Richard Ratcliffe 2011 ©

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