For those of you that are thinking of going onto the hills I would strongly recommend that you read the advice given by the Mountain Rescue organisation of England and Wales. To read this advice, which will open in a new page please click HERE. If you would like to make a donation to the Mountain Rescue organisation which is purely voluntary please click HERE. Please make the time to read the advice page.

---------------------------------------------------------------

I was by myself today and with my right foot still bothering me I decided to opt for this walk where the paths are mainly on grass. I had hoped to do a little more than this route but by the time I reached " The Cockpit " my foot was hurting quite badly so I decided to cut it short and return to Askham.

Route Map

After leaving the car in the Community Centre car park I walked up the lane to access the fellside.

There are a few parking places near the fell gate but I prefer to leave the car in the car park in leave the local residents in peace.

A look back and the North Pennines are just about clear of cloud but not very clear to see....

.....although further to the north they seemed a bit clearer and brighter.

Ahead of me, as I make my way upwards it looks a lot better and I'm hoping for some decent views.

The fell ponies are totally unconcerned as I pass by.

As I pass through the top gate the fells of the northern High Street come into view.

Looking southwards to Selside and Branstree.

There were lots more fell ponies with their foals up here.

Taken into the sun looking towards Knipescar with the silhouetted Northern Howgills and Wild Boar fell behind.

First views of Ullswater with the Helvellyn Fells behind.

I was approached by this young group who were doing the D of E award and combining it with a visitor survey. After being photographed by them they kindly reciprocated. A pleasant and very polite group which after seeing the riots on the streets a day or so earlier restored my faith in the youngsters of today.

A wide view.

Blencathra behind Little and Great Mell Fells.

And in close up!

The North Pennines from the summit of Heughscar Hill.

One of the boundary stones near the summit.

Ullswater from the summit.

From the summit I carried on northwards towards Heugh Scar.

It's a beautiful morning, there's nowt to rush for so stops were regular and long to admire the views.

A group of pony trekkers below me as I approach the scar.

Just after passing the scar I turned down to join the path that the pony trekkers had been on.

This track may be part of the Roman Road that comes over the High Street fells from the the old fort ( Galava) at Ambleside to the old fort ( Brocavum ) near Penrith.

A look back to Heugh Scar.

The track ahead will cross the path coming up from Pooley Bridge and Roehead and go straight ahead to the stone circle known as " The Cockpit " which is about centre picture.

A look back and I have a bit of a problem now. My right foot was hurting quite badly across the top and not wanting to make a bad job worse I decided to make my way back to Askham instead of going to the Cop Stone and Helton.

A look back over the stone circle where a family were having a picnic towards Heugh Scar.

From the stone circle I took a path, rather wet in places to the main track across Moor Divock to Ketley Gate.

A look back from near Ketley Gate. From here I took the rising path over Askham Fell back to Askham.

The clouds have cleared away from the North Pennines as I start my descent....

Cross Fell and Great Dun Fell with its Radar Station showing in the sun across the Eden valley

Looking over to Knipe Scar.

Back at Askham and a visit to the shop and cafe.

The Calendar season is upon us again. I have had a number of enquiries as to whether I will be producing a calendar this year. Once again the answer is no as I have neither the inclination to do so, or to make money out of what I enjoy. We normally support the R.N.L.I and Mountain Rescue in purchasing our calendars directly from them. However readers may be interested in this one from the Friends of the Lake District....At only £8.00 it offers good value for money and you will know that the monies raised will go to the the only charity wholly dedicated to protecting Cumbria's landscape for the future. Just clicking on the picture will take you to the website.

Next Walk:      19th August 2011 - Lake District - A 3 Tarn Tour from Tarn Hows.

Last Walk:      15th August 2011 - Lake District - High Dam from Finsthwaite

Return to Walks Index

Return to Home Page

Do you have a Facebook or Twitter account? We post regular updates on both plus some additional pictures. Just click on either of the links below and add us.

We hope you have enjoyed viewing this walk. If you have any comments please sign our Guestbook or E_Mail us.

Argos UK Shopping