The morning in the canoe did Sue’s ankle some good, the rest and the cold. Following a quick shower back at the guest house to warm up, we set off over Loughrigg Fell, leaving Ambleside via the park. The fell was at its best, with nice grass, little mud, good views and nice weather. The area is such a neat package, skirted by roads and not too high, yet intricate and and seemingly away from it all. It also serves to link two of the lake district’s honey pots, Ambleside and Grasmere.
We crossed the fell, diverting up a couple of false summits and being misled by the many paths that criss cross the area. No real navigation crisis though as it didn’t matter if we took a bit longer – more time to enjoy the area.
We dropped down the other side then headed round the hill to the North until eventually reaching a lane that led back to the park in Ambleside. A delightful 6 or 7 miles – just the job ofr a knackered ankle – must be getting better!
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