Tuesday, 29th September 2020
| Walk: | Acreland, Till House, Higher Heights, Enclosed Track, Beacon Fell, Shivering Ginnel, Cob Manor, White Hall, Grindleton, Ribble Way | ||
| Start Point: | Roadside beside Abbey ruin | Grid Reference: | SD 776 462 |
| Distance: | 7 miles | Ascent: | 1,500 feet |
| Time: | 4.5 hours | ||
| Weather: | Sunny and mild | ||
| Comments: | Repeating a route previously walked in snowy conditions (2020), we enjoyed sun and clear skies for much of the day. The enclosed path after Higher Heights was almost impassable and it would be much better to take the middle of the 3 options just after Till House, heading NW across fields to Smalden Lane. | ||
The mist still hangs around the Sawley Abbey ruins before we start the walk
A group of deer are spotted near Till House . . .
and one keeps an eye on us
After reaching Till House . . .
the route directs us to the stepping stones across the lawn
Nearly a cloud inversion in the Ribble Valley
Beacon Hill . . .
becomes the focus . . .
for our photos . . .
and one more as we leave
Walking down the lane . . .
Cob House is a very impressive property . . .
overlooking a large pond
White Hall is a late 18th century Grade II listed building
Approaching Grindleton . . .
some alpacas enjoy the sun
River Ribble and Sawley Bridge as we rejoin our outward route