Silverdale, Lancaster

We spent an absolutely wonderful day...which was unexpectedly mild, considering we had only just thawed out since the snow!!
I could not believe how the sea appeared like a sheet of glass, hardly a ripple. We did go exploring along Silverdale to find the caves, and we didn't even need a coat !A really enjoyable day....
Sandside and Mallard Ducks.




Arnside




Silverdale and caves.

York/Scarborough.

We were still holidaying in York.....and my best friend and I decided to go to Scarborough for the day, although our journey was a bit thwarted by thick, dense fog
until we reached the coast-line, but well worth it.....there was Scarborough lanquishing before us in brilliant sunshine !! A trip to Robin Hood's Bay and Whitby
were a must too, especially as they were reasonably nearby. Another lovely day for this time of year.
Whitby


Robin Hood's Bay




Sunny Scarborough


A Squirrel gathering nuts?

York

A lovely midweek break was in order to dash our winter blues...so we headed off for
historical York. It was like stepping back in time as far as the buildings and old fashioned shops were concerned, from before The Romans to present time, all leaving their mark on this historic town and surrounding areas. There seemed to be evidence of history everywhere we went. These are just a few images.....to be continued !!
A truely magical place.

Hedgehog


Cliffords Tower


Museum Gardens


York Minster

Autumn in The Lakes

It was another visit for us to the lakes, one of our favorite places.....this time I was hoping to get images of all the autumn colours. It was not very nice weatherwise,
it was somewhat misty and the threat of rain hung in the air, so a lovely day...but not for photography ! Although a lot of trees had started turning, I think it was a bit early, but I also did not want to leave it too late either. It would be nice for us to come back if we get a bit of snow....wait nd see !!

Glasson Dock, Lancashire

It was a lovely sunny day today...but very chilly! Nice to get out into the fresh air though. We first stopped off at Glasson Dock...to look at the boats on the lake (and a rum & raisin ice-cream).It was lovely and peaceful, despite the wind-chill factor. After that we stopped off at Ravenglass, which is where I took the image of
the Cattermerang....as I had never seen one up close before, nor had I seen a pink Poppy either !! Lovely day for the time of year.

Ravenglass


Glasson Dock


Glasson Dock



Beswick Swan




A Pink Poppy

Wastwater ,Western Lakes

Another trip back to The Lake District....this time it was the western lakes, which is not very commercialised, so it was somewhat deserted. I don't think I have ever been to anywhere as stunningly breathtaking as this!! It was an unusually lovely warm day for the time of year and the sun played a big part in bringing out the sheer beauty of the colours. A truely wonderful day, in beautiful surroundings and shared with my best friend.....A day I shall never, ever forget!!

Last Remnants of Summer

I shall look back fondly at these images taken just a few days ago....I was really surprised that they were still busy at this time of year. I shall just have to content myself to seeing them again next spring, which at the moment seems a long way off. These insects were taken in the garden.

Busy Bee




Speckled Wood



Tortoiseshell

Hardrow Force, Haws

A delightful couple of days were spent strolling around our lovely countryside,
in glorious unexpected sunshine.
The waterfall was particularly stunning, although we were covered in mud, but it was well worth it.
Beeston Castle was well worth the long climb.....and the spectacular views when reaching the top...you could see clearly across seven county's, it was a completely panoramic view. A great couple of days !!
Beeston Castle.




Hardrow Force

Woodwell, Silverdale.

It was a beautiful day and we decided to go for a ramble through the woods in Silverdale. We stumbled across Woodwell, which is where natural, chrystal clear water runs down the rock face and collects into a well. It was a very out of the way spot and must of been the only source of drinking water for the village many, many years ago. A lovely little gem!




Just a few images taken from the garden to remind us of summer.(or lack of it)