Grassington

28th August - Grassington

Today we walked from Grassington to Hebden along the bank of the River Wharfe, and returned by a route a little above the river on the other bank.

Here are the Linton Falls, just after the start of the walk from Grassington car park.

... and here is Trish crossing the suspension bridge at the far end of the walk, at Hebden.

Fewston Reservoir

26th August - Fewston Reservoir

Today we walked around Fewston Reservoir.


The woods by the Swinsty Moor car park had the sun shining through a very light mist, giving a beautiful effect.





















Here is a view of the reservoir from the path on the south bank.

Ripley Castle

16th August 2013 - Ripley Castle

Ripley is a few miles north of Harrogate.  Its castle and grounds are always worth a visit.

The castle is the home of the Ingilby family.  The castle tour is excellent - the Ingilbys have resided at Ripley for over 700 years and have accumulated a few tales to tell.  You will even learn the origin of the phrase 'to push the boat out'!

There are extensive gardens with an old-style walled greenhouse.

Here are a couple of pictures from the garden: a lily ...

 ... and a large bed of Rudbekia 'Indian Summer'.

And here is an unusual sun-house: it is in need of repair but it is built on wheels that allow it to rotate so that it is always facing the sun!

Bolton Abbey

13th August 2013 - Bolton Abbey

Today we walked from The Strid car park to the Cavendish Pavilion, stopped for coffee, and then walked back to The Strid on the other bank of the River Wharfe.  The reflections of the trees on the water gave some nice pictures.

Newby Hall and Gardens

8th August 2013 - Newby Hall

Today we visited Newby Hall and Gardens.  The gardens are famous for their long herbaceous borders which run from the house down to the River Ure.

In a quiet memorial space, Sylvia's Garden, there are some nice Thalictrum plants.















There are many attractions for young children, not least the train!