Friday 6 October
Butharlyp Howe |
lunch stop at Colwith Force |
Colwith Force |
Naughty Girls! |
It was a lovely walk and the weather was fine. What more could you ask for. We finished with five minutes to spare and then had to wait an hour for a missing person from the A party that had become separated from the two halves of the party. All was well that ended well but a bit worrying at the time. Always remember to carry a whistle so that you can alert the leader if you get too far behind.
We were a bit late arriving in Grasmere but fortunately the meal wasn't till 7.30 so that wasn't a problem.
Saturday 7 October
The forecast for today was for rain and several people decided not to do the official walks which all finished at Buttermere. The A walk was particularly strenuous with 4000ft of climbing so well done to the four people who completed it, David, Ron, Ben and Kirsten.
I decided to walk with Jean in the Grasmere area and we had a lovely day walking around two lakes and doing touristy things!
Grasmere |
It was a bit grey with very light drizzle as we walked around Grasmere and Rydal Water.
Rydal Water |
Now for the touristy bit.
We visited St Mary's Church, Dora's Field and Rydal Hall where the smell of food drew us towards the cafe so we had a nice sit down before visiting the gardens. Rydal Hall is a Christian conference centre and retreat. You can stay there in the Hall or on the campsite in a tent or Yurt. The gardens are free to visit at any time.
Dora was Wordsworth's daughter |
Wordsworth used to worship at St Mary's Church but is buried in the village church in Grasmere.
Rydal Hall |
The Grot |
The Grot:(a summerhouse designed for viewing a waterfall) became a major attraction for a succession of visiting artists and writers in the 18th and 19th century.
Next stop Dove cottage where Wordsworth lived with his sister Dorothy and also his wife Mary. Three of their five children were born here.
Dove Cottage |
Dove Cottage garden |
Next stop Grasmere village, after a walk along the Riverside Walk from the car park I arrived at the Daffodil Garden. Wrong time of year of course but I was rewarded by seeing one of these!
Not this particular one but one like it. It was far too quick to have its picture taken!
River Rothay in Grasmere |
Pretty in springtime |
Yum, yum |
The walkers did get a bit wet but I think eveyrbody enjoyed themselves. Here's a few photos from the B walk taken by Jayne. Braithwaite to Buttermere
Sunday 8 October
All luggage loaded by 9.30, A and B walks set off walking from Grasmere to Patterdale. With a change of plan B walk went by coach to Patterdale and it was a beautiful journey in the sunshine which we all enjoyed. Then a circular walk around Brotherswater led by Frank.
C Party by Sheila |
Brotherswater |
On the way back into Patterdale Jean and I called at the Wool farm shop which was hidden away near where we had seen goats earlier in the day. What a find that was and very interesting. They have a website and have featured on Countryfile, www.crookabeck.co.uk well worth a look. They breed Herdwick sheep and Angora goats and send all the fleece away to be spun and made into garments. We both treated ourselves to some mohair socks made from the fleece of the goats on the farm.
Connie had got us all excited by the prospect of a farmhouse cream tea but unfortunately it was shut so we had to make do with the pub or the hotel to finish.
These are some of Jayne's photos from the B party that had a really good walk finishing with St Sunday Crag.
The end of another good weekend away with CHA. Thanks to all involved with the organisation especially Jean Galthan and all the walks leaders, not to mention Steve of course who got us there and back without too much grumbling about mud in the coach!
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