Home page Walks photos Archive 2006		southcotswoldramblers.org.uk May Hill at bluebell time - 6 May 2006 20 make the trip through Gloucester and out to the edge of the Forest of Dean to climb May Hill, nearly 1,000 feet high, and a landmark for miles around.
		We meet in a layby in Longhope where Mike gives some information on the walk .
		And set off .
		We pass a lorry depot which has divine facilities for washing lorries .
		And head down the road to open fields .
		Smile for the camera .
		And the first of many stiles .
		And a footbridge .
		Our first climb .
		With views down the valley .
		Walking past a new cut and laid hedge .
		And many cowslips .
		Will you be my friend? .
		How about us? .
		A further climb through gorse bushes .
		Anne is enjoying the climb .
		Our morning break. .
		Mike explains where we have been .
		As we look down into the valley. The river Severn is visible in the background .
		A prospective rambler? No too well dressed! .
		Down to Huntley past our first bluebells .
		Turn left at the church and up .
		Through bluebell woods .
		With some fine displays .
		Past a dodgy looking landing stage .
		And some noisy residents .
		Then ever upwards .
		To the top of May Hill with their famous clump of "99 trees" (The devil didn't allow any more!) .
		With views of the Brecons .
		And a sheltered spot for lunch .
		More friends on the way down .
		Very friendly in fact .
		Unlike these two .
		We were only playing! .
		A quick boot clean before heading for the cars .
		Photos and captions from Richard and Mike.
		As you can see, we thoroughly enjoy getting to know the area. We try to keep fit and succeed in having a good old chat. If you are interested in coming with us, see our walks programme and ring the leader if you have any questions about a particular walk. After two or three walks we hope you will then want to join the group as part of the national Ramblers' Association.