Hagworthingham

Once again, the poor weather forecast turned out to be wrong and we set off on a beautiful spring morning.

Heading south through the pretty village of Hagworthingham.

You don't see warning signs like this very often.

Crossing the ford on the way to Snipe Dales country park.

View from the other side. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Hey that's me! Photo by Stephen Lait.

Wonderful views, a blue sky and the birds singing in the trees made for a great start to this walk.

Heading into Snipe Dales Country Park.

Photo by Stephen Lait.

The walk leader promised a visit to some of the lovely ponds in the country park; however, the exceptionally dry weather in April meant we had some lovely mud pits to look at.

Information board, click to enlarge. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Walk leader with his friends. Photo by Stephen Lait.

We had a close encounter whilst walking past the many rookeries in Snipe Dales. A Raven decided to end it all by free falling from the top of a tree, narrowly missing a handful of walkers. Hard hats next time.

Two unusual residents of Snipe Dales.

Heading down the hill into Old Bolingbroke.

Stragglers roll into Old Bolingbroke. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Lunch stop at the fantastic Black Horse Inn in Old Bolingbroke.

Reflections in the moat at Bolingbroke Castle.

Examining one of the turrets at Bolingbroke Castle. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Leaving the ruins of Bolingbroke Castle.

We where wondering where Matt was today until we spotted his white van in Old Bolingbroke.

We are treated to a fly past by the Douglas C-47 Dakota (ZA947) from the Battle of Britain Memorial flight at RAF Conningsby. Full history of the plane.

The hills take their toll today and we collapse for a break outside of Raithby by Spilsby.

Think of a wish!

Raithby Hall.

Friendly donkey at Raithby.

Photo by Stephen Lait.

Sulky donkey at Raithby.

Heading down the valley to Mavis Enderby.

Heading home. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Arriving back in Hagworthingham. Hope you all enjoyed my walk. Remember, we are always looking for new members so why not come along to our next walk and/or bring a friend too.

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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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Once again, the poor weather forecast turned out to be wrong and we set off on a beautiful spring morning.

Heading south through the pretty village of Hagworthingham.

You don't see warning signs like this very often.

Crossing the ford on the way to Snipe Dales country park.

View from the other side. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Hey that's me! Photo by Stephen Lait.

Wonderful views, a blue sky and the birds singing in the trees made for a great start to this walk.

Heading into Snipe Dales Country Park.

Photo by Stephen Lait.

The walk leader promised a visit to some of the lovely ponds in the country park; however, the exceptionally dry weather in April meant we had some lovely mud pits to look at.

Information board, click to enlarge. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Walk leader with his friends. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Two unusual residents of Snipe Dales.

Heading down the hill into Old Bolingbroke.

Stragglers roll into Old Bolingbroke. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Lunch stop at the fantastic Black Horse Inn in Old Bolingbroke.

Reflections in the moat at Bolingbroke Castle.

Examining one of the turrets at Bolingbroke Castle. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Leaving the ruins of Bolingbroke Castle.

We where wondering where Matt was today until we spotted his white van in Old Bolingbroke.

We are treated to a fly past by the Douglas C-47 Dakota (ZA947) from the Battle of Britain Memorial flight at RAF Conningsby. Full history of the plane.

The hills take their toll today and we collapse for a break outside of Raithby by Spilsby.

Think of a wish!

Raithby Hall.

Friendly donkey at Raithby.

Photo by Stephen Lait.

Sulky donkey at Raithby.

Heading down the valley to Mavis Enderby.

Heading home. Photo by Stephen Lait.

Arriving back in Hagworthingham. Hope you all enjoyed my walk. Remember, we are always looking for new members so why not come along to our next walk and/or bring a friend too.