Sunday 8th May 2005

We set off through Bradley Woods.

into fields of yellow.

The forecast was for heavy thunder showers developing later but at the moment the sun still shines as we head onwards.

We haven't had one of these for a bit... A road disappearing into the distance!

Our first break.

Walk leader Liz checks the map

From the top of the hill we can see all the way to Grimsby.

This path just had to be walked, as it led straight through a wood full of bluebells. I'll be quiet for a bit and let you enjoy the views.

We leave the woods and head into the countryside.

Soon we are having to fight our way through the Oilseed rape fields. Anybody starting to sneeze yet?

Our old adversory, the cows are back! We eye one another up. "Who is going to win this year?"

Matt dashed across the field and relaxes safely on theother side of the gate.

Just had to stop and take this shot. The Oilseed rape really shone against the dark threatening clouds.

Liz dreams of Christmas as we come across a Christmas tree plantation.

Maybe we ought to get a move on. The clouds are getting darker.

In the eerie light before a thunderstorm these trees just seemed to glow.

The end of the walks is in sight, but it looks like we are about to get soaked!! Thanks to Liz for leading this walk.

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Gr8 Pickies, lovely day
NeilWilson – March 7, 2010, 8:27 pm

Want to suck my lollipop ?
ChrisLightfoot – March 7, 2010, 8:29 pm

I can put this in my mouth in one go. Easy.
AlanWhite – March 11, 2010, 4:37 am

The last time I saw a face like that, I threw it a banana.
MarkTaylor – March 25, 2010, 7:56 pm

yes it was a squirrel
MattMills – August 16, 2010, 8:45 pm

The group views the confluence of the rivers Trent and Ouse. They join to form the river Humber.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 2:56 pm

Time for tea break. Its not all walking.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 2:57 pm

A few of the group decide we need a group photo.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 2:58 pm

Martin leads the way onto Julian's Bower.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:00 pm

Locals watch as we walk the medieval turf maze.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:03 pm

The maze is thought to be carved by a small cell of monks that lived here in the 13th century. They would have done it on their knees as penitence.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:07 pm

Who's following who? It just like the Benny Hill Show.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:09 pm

The scene at the Alkborough view point.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:11 pm

Our first view of the river Trent.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:12 pm

It takes so long doing the maze that the onlookers have gone.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:18 pm

The river flood wall has been opened to provide controlled flooding for the benefit of wildlife.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:20 pm

View of the Humber Bridge in distance.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:22 pm

More views of the flooded wetland area.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:24 pm

The group speeds up when a tea shop is mentioned.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:25 pm

We walk along the river Trent flood wall.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:27 pm

A Heron is spotted.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:28 pm

We leave Alkborough and head down to the river banks.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:31 pm

The trees soon form a continuous wood.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:38 pm

The fields are surrounded by flood dykes.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:39 pm

The group spreads out due to a quick pace on the flat.
ChrisLightfoot – August 17, 2010, 3:46 pm

The group leave the village of Kettlewell
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 9:56 am

Its a scramble to the top!
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 9:57 am

The U shape valley of Wharfedale
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 9:57 am

View of Littondale
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 9:59 am

Old Cote Moor Top
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 10:00 am

We descend the gorge into Arncliffe
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 10:04 am

Crossing the river Skirfare to Litton
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 10:07 am

A well deserved rest and teabreak
ChrisLightfoot – January 15, 2011, 10:09 am

Its good to see so many members on a walk!
ChrisLightfoot – June 9, 2011, 11:33 am

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