southcotswoldramblers.org.uk Eastleach walk Wednesday 21 July 2010

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		Brian turns up up a bit late - we offer to help him throw his car in the skip when we get back! .
		We are parked near Eastleach Church .
		As we wait patiently to start Anne's walk .
		We then head up a quiet valley .
		Pausing for early coffee .
		Then continuing up the valley .
		Did I say quiet valley - we are of course near Fairford Airfield .
		Still nothing can disturb this lot .
		Another stop - but what is going on behind our backs? .
		It all looks pretty hare raising .e Woods
		We walk between two crops of rape ripening off .
		Past a windmill which has seen better days .
		Then pausing to inspect .
		A dew pond renovated by the Cotswold Wardens .
		Before lunch on the side of the hill for some .
		Others finding a handy back rest .
		Meanwhile overhead the noise continues .
		A sign telling us that we have been walking on the Hatherop Estate .
		Also signs of a water shortage .
		Heading back down the valley .
		Just lying here, nose covered with flies, contemplating the meaning of life .
		Not far now - Eastleach village across the field .
		With the village hall to prove it .
		And the pub for a welcoming drink .
Before we head back across the river to the cars.
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Photos and captions from Richard

As you can see, we thoroughly enjoy getting to know the South Cotswolds. We try to keep fit and succeed in having a good old chat. If you are interested in coming with us, see our Led 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 Ramblers.