Sunday, 21 September 2008

Curbar Edge

I will return to the Lakes. But first, the visit to Curbar Edge.

It was a spectacular warm and sunny day when we set off and it remained so throughout. Curbar Edge is just north of Baslow in the Peak District of Derbyshire. When we arrived the car park was already filling up.

Sadly, we had missed seeing the heather at its best, but the views from the top and rock shapes and textures are always impressive.


Curbar Edge

Mum managed a scramble to a higher vantage point of the valley below.


Mum At A Vantage Point

After picnicing at the Curbar Edge side we crossed over to Baslow Edge side. The views are no less spectacular.

Baslow Edge

We must remember to investigate the stone cross that only showed up in the telephoto picture of a distant rock.



The Mystery of the Cross


On the way back we stopped off for refreshments at the local hostellery. (Pub) A pot of tea and a glass of cider.

Next we stopped off at B and Q in Chesterfield. Opposite B and Q mum spotted a model shop. She went over to purchase my Ruby Wedding present. See below.


Ruby Wedding Present - A BR Morris Van and a Jensen Jen-Tug "Mechanical Horse"

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