Monthly Archives: February 2011

Sea Wood, Aldingham, Birkrigg Common

Posted on February 27, 2011 by

In the car we’d been listening to Michael Hordern read ‘Prince Caspian’. I suspect that Michael Hordern could have made almost anything interesting to listen to, but the kids are quite Narnia obsessed at the moment. A has begun to … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, Butterflies, Fungi, Shells, Standing Stones, Stones, Walking, Wildflowers | 5 Comments

Paint Drying

Posted on February 25, 2011 by

  Half-term. Naturally it’s been grey, raining and miserable. I’ve had painting to do anyway, but yesterday when things finally brightened up, I needed to leave a coat of emulsion to dry and so took the opportunity to stretch my … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds, Eaves Wood, The Cove, Trees, Walking, Wildflowers | 2 Comments

Snowdrop Season

Posted on February 20, 2011 by

After the rains of last Sunday we had a quite a few relatively bright days in the week. Wednesday, in particular, was clear and sunny and when we arrived home from work I dragged TBH out for a quick stroll. … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds, Fungi, Gait Barrows, Haweswater, Walking, Wildflowers | 4 Comments

A Good Day for Waterfalls

Posted on February 16, 2011 by

Tilberthwaite Gill There was a spell last year, a prolonged and magical escape from the inevitable, when the mere act of choosing a day for a lengthy walk seemed to guarantee clear skies, sunshine and  stupendous views. The walks were … Continue reading →

Posted in Birketts, Snow, Wainwright bagging, Waterfalls | 3 Comments

Crag Foot and Quicksand Pool

Posted on February 10, 2011 by

The days are lengthening. The snowdrops are out and have been for a week or more. The birds are busy in the trees – I’m sure that I saw a magpie with nest building material in its beak last week. … Continue reading →

Posted in Fleagarth Wood, Foxes, Jenny Brown's Point, Quicksand Pool, Sunset, Walking | 1 Comment

On the Hoof

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

Three walks to report on. The first, late on Saturday afternoon, with friends small and large, from the Leighton Moss car park to Trowbarrow quarry and back via the golf course. Very much an amble this one with lots of … Continue reading →

Posted in Cloven Ash, Eaves Wood, Haweswater, Ladybirds, Silverdale Moss, Starling roost, Trowbarrow, Walking | Leave a comment