southcotswoldramblers.org.uk Exmoor Walking Holiday Saturday 3 October 2009 Friday's walk, Saturday's walk, Sunday's walk, Monday's walk

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		Our second day's walk is from Simonsbath, on the top of Exmoor, with suitable weather for such a location .
		We set off down the valley of the River Barle .
		A misty, moisty morning .
		Picking our way along stoney paths .
		Past mossy banks .
		Speculation about the purpose of this barrier is unresolved .
		We admire the stone walls .
		Eventually we catch sight of Lanacre Bridge, near Withypool, where the path climbs away from the river .
		As we go up it's heads down .
		Until we spot the ponies .
		Very photogenic (the ponies that is) .
		And amazing lighting .
		Meanwhile, back on the walk .
		We find a sheltered spot for lunch .
		Before heading back on a higher route head on into a fierce wind .
		Which turnes Bruno into Pudsey mark II .
		Bruno clears the way .
		And we start to climb back to the top of the moor (about 1200 feet here) .
		We are overtaken by a family group .
		And someone suggests a photo .
		Or two .
		Back at Simonsbath we are glad to dive into the (very steamy) cafe for refreshments .
		Before we head back through the village to our cars .
Photos and captions from Mike.

As you can see, as well as getting to know the South Cotswolds, we arrange the occasional walking holiday. 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.