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Time to recharge my batteries
What amazing people you meet I love how sometimes a chance encounter can make your day, and today I was very lucky. I’d decided to use a hotel tonight for reasons I’ll cover later. The hotel was a bit inland but I’d seen on my maps that you could cut across a golf...
Learn to read a map
Well that was close I’d just made it to the campsite as it was starting to rain and the wind was really picking up. I was wondering if I should just wait in one of the sheltered areas for the rain to calm down, as I figured it wouldn’t last long, or if I should just...
It can’t make up its mind
Something for everyone Wow, this path is just amazing. One minute you’re waking in open fields above a cliff, then you’re going down a narrow bush lined passage that takes you out onto a beach, then you’re climbing with switchbacks for what feels like forever and...
Last climb of the day
Really tired!
Piles of rock lead the way (sometimes)
In this case I think they’re correct. Just did what I thought was proper climbing. Maybe not to a climber but it was to me. A little scary with my rucksack. Saying that, if I can do it anyone can. I think I’m on there somewhere.
I found that quite difficult
15 miles I figured would be easy. I stupidly didn’t relished how much climbing there would be. At some points it reminded me of what the kids used to call “rock climbing woods”. I’m probably milking it but I found it difficult. I kept on going the wrong way on the top...
First day summary
I was really nervous in the morning. Not sure what of but nervous nevertheless. I felt like I shouldn’t be doing the walk I think so was looking for the catch. Probably set off a bit later than I should have but got going by about 11:30. It’s a great view along the...
Next time take the low route
At the top to Red Pike. 5g reception here - nothing before now. Really windy. Think the view was worth it but not sure - could have got the same picture from the internet. Heading along the ridge now. Hoping not to fall off!!
Pack is heavy – carrying too much wine or water
Just decided to stop for lunch. I’ll do a summary of the day later when I’ve got more time. Just about to climb up Dent hill so a little behind schedule. Started late though and the climb out of St Bees was steep. Going to press on now. Although quite comfortable just...