Deep Fall

A woodland walk through Lanthwaite woods at the bottom end of Crummock Water.  Bird-life was much in evidence: great tits, chaffinches, nut-hatches, a tree creeper and a goldcrest  seen within a few minutes.

We took a rising turn in the path, very muddy underfoot, becoming increasingly aware of current forestry activities.  A convoy of three vehicles heading for the higher woodland convinced us to retrace our steps to the lower fork.

Three metre lengths of harvested wood, probably destined for Iggesund out on the coast, a wood-pulping operation.

While many trees were already bare, the beeches were still clinging on, lighting up the path.

We left the woodland and walked out to the road and the bridleway leading to Brackenthwaite How.

From the top, a view of Red Pike and High Stile, just crested with snow.  In its day, this was a regular Viewing Point for visitors to the lakes.  You can see why.