American Skunk Cabbage
I dont know if one can get excited about the appearance of such a plant, but to me this is one of the signs of Spring well on its way. … Continue reading
Watergrove Reservoir
Perhaps the sun only shines on Wednesdays, today was a lovely afternoon as was many Wednesday’s for the past few weeks. On this lovely day we set out to explore … Continue reading
The Institute
Our afternoon walk a couple of days ago took us up through Barrow Bridge again. The bank way into the village from Lightbounds takes one to the “Workers Model Dwellings” … Continue reading
Pendle Waters Meeting
After almost incessant rain over the last few weeks, it seems such a delight to have a forecast of a full sunny day. So we planned a walk that would … Continue reading
Burnt Edge Colliery Brickworks
Was up to doing a circuit of Burnt Edge yesterday. At the end of the old tramway is the Colliery; Brickworks and farm ruins. This time of year the vegetation … Continue reading
Smithills Estate Demonstration Event
Earlier this week, I was invited to a demonstration event at the new Woodland Trust Estate here in Smithills. This estate starts just across the road, I can see … Continue reading
Wilderswood Rescue
I was going to blog about Wilderswood today. This is the small piece of ancient woodland off Georges Lane on the way up to Rivington Pike. But a more exciting … Continue reading
Barrow Bridge Post Box
It’s been a bit wet about here recently. Even our walking Hound has at times refused to put her nose out of the door. So walks have had to be … Continue reading
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