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Maurice
leads his first walk for the Group, a 7 miler with a lunch stop. The
weather is dry with some sunny spells and 29 walkers turn out. |
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We set off
from Cripplegate Car Park at Shortwood, near to the Topograph, walking
towards Haresfield Beacon Hill Fort. |
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Along the
path we meet some short legged Belted Galloways, which live outdoors all
the year round and help the National Trust keep the encroaching scrub
down. |
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Our mid
morning stop. Views over the Harescombe Valley and out to Churchdown
Hill in the sun. |
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Elevenses
are enjoyed (picture taken by Angela, thanks a lot). |
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Off uphill
to the top of the Cotswolds ... |
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... to
emerge into glorious weather on the top. It's all downhill from here to
the pub for lunch. |
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Maurice,
third from the left, gathers up the walkers for part two after a good
lunch. |
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No, he's not
lost, but the waymarkers are in danger of confusing us here! |
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Nearly back
now, and a good chance for a group shot. Thanks you Jacqui, the camera
did work after all! |
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