NOVEMBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 1 – more info here It’s nearly the end of November and I haven’t done my monthly challenge yet. For the first time, I went to Sprotbrough Flash Nature Reserve with my friend Kev today. Sprotbrough Flash Beautiful Sprotbrough […]
Bird watching at Linacre Reservoir Bird photography is challenging but so rewarding. I went to Linacre reservoirs with a friend this morning in the hope of taking some pictures of wildlife. It was a very misty and dull morning, not the best light for detailed photography but here are some […]
Blacka Moor Nature Reserve is a hidden gem that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of Sheffield city life. With its diverse range of habitats, breathtaking views, and abundant wildlife, this nature reserve is a paradise for nature enthusiasts and a haven for those seeking solace in […]
OCTOBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 6 Chatsworth House For my walk today we went to the Chatsworth Estate. Chatsworth is about 12 miles from Sheffield, just beyond the village of Baslow. The road actually passes through the park. Because of this, it is […]
OCTOBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 4 It is a day 4 of my challenge and I decided to do a walk up to Whinstone Lee Tor and walk around the Derwent Edge this morning. The weather was nice and crispy, cold with occasional sunshine. […]
OCTOBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 2 Sunday Longshaw walk was my choice for today’s challenge. More details about why I do this challenge here. Longshaw Guided Walks Longshaw National Trust guided walks take place every Wednesday and Sunday from 11 am – 1.30pm. […]
OCTOBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 1 – more info here. Getting Up Early We went to see the wild red deer in the Peak District again today, to catch them during the rutting season. Getting up at 6 am certainly paid off. We […]
SEPTEMBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 2 Stanage Edge Overlooking the Dark Peak Moorlands and the Hope Valley, Stanage Edge in the Peak District is a popular place for walkers, runners and rock climbing enthusiasts. Stanage is one of the top climbing and bouldering […]
SEPTEMBER 2018 – WALK EVERY DAY FOR A WEEK CHALLENGE – DAY 1 After a summer break, I was looking forward to resuming my monthly Walk Challenge by going on a deer walk at Longshaw with my friend Kev. We met up in the morning at the National Trust Longshaw’s car […]
Stanton Moor Stanton Moor ( scheduled monument) is an area of gritstone that stands at a height of 280-320 metres above sea level in Derbyshire between the villages of Stanton in the Peak to the north and Birchover to the south and with the River Derwent to the east. The area […]
Magical Bodnant Garden in North Wales Nestling in the Conwy Valley with the magnificent Snowdonia foothills, Bondant Garden is a truly magical place. With its dramatic scenery, historic plant collection and myriad horticultural styles it will capture your heart and live in your memory. It will certainly do with me. […]
A Walk Around Romantic Tarn Hows in Cumbria After the long walk around Grasmere the previous day, we wanted some nice but short walk for a change. We have been recommended this walk around Tarn Hows by my friend whom we met up with the previous night. By the way […]