Neither Dave nor I quite remember how the idea of 'going for a massive walk with a tent' came about, but this was where we ended up - The Ridgeway. We hiked across the Ridgeway in glorious sunshine chatting non-stop for hours and hours until this very moment. The temperature was just right, the views... Continue Reading →
The limestone rock that forms the geology of Dovedale is the fossilised remains of sea creatures that lived in a shallow sea over the area during the Carboniferous period, about 350 million years ago. During the two ice ages, the limestone rock (known as reef limestone) was cut into craggy shapes by glacial meltwater, and dry caves such as Dove Holes and... Continue Reading →
North Devon -with trees and Andy for company..
A fantastic trip to North Devon was recently had with my chum Andy. Whilst the 5 hour trip down the M4/5 was horrific the views and serenity more than made up for it. Camp for the first night was near a babbling brook and whilst cloud the second night allowed me to get my first... Continue Reading →