There's nothing like a good challenge and with that in mind we set off on Monday to scale England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, from Langdale. Despite over 30 years of walking in the lakes, the ascent from Langdale is one that has evaded me, mainly because I've thought there were easier ways to reach such dizzy heights!
We set off from the Old Dungeon Gill car park soon after 10.00am and after what seemed like a never ending climb up beside Rossett Gill, reached the tranquil waters of Angle Tarn at about 12.00. Of course a quick paddle was in order before setting off again up to Esk Hause and then in to the clouds and a boulder strewn and rough ascent to the summit. Small dogs would find this route very tough!
After a few minutes of being the highest dog and dog owner in England we descended the way we had come, returning once again to the banks of Angle Tarn. This time, the dog enjoyed an extended paddle and swim before we once again set off for the final descent.
A few minutes in to the final stretch of our hike it was clear the dog was struggling and a brief inspection revealed a cut to his pad, probably gained during his watery playtime. Fortunately, the first aid kit was to hand and after some improvised bandaging we slowly (and probably uncomfortably for him) made our way back to the car, arriving back soon after six. It's the first time I've ever used my first aid kit on the fells and I confess that it hadn't really occurred to me that I'd be using it on the dog. There's a lesson in there somewhere for more adventurous owners!
All in all a good days walking, despite the injury. Definitely not a walk I'd put in a "dog walks" category though and consequently I'll not give it a score. Think of it as a mountain challenge and you'll not go far wrong.
Thanks to the new Lake District for Dogs website for giving us the idea. We planned our route and navigated through the clouds using route details from Walkingworld
In case you're wondering, the dog is fine. He'll be restricted to light grass walking for the next week or so though, so plenty of time for me to recover!
Keep safe!
You are responsible for your own safety and that of your dog. The walks listed in this blog are not detailed guides. Plan your route! Click the landrover image for safety advice from Bowland Pennine MRT.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Get your dog chipped in South Ribble
The Lancashire Evening Post (13 August 2009) has run an article saying a microchipping clinic will be held in Leyland on Wednesday next week at the Civic Centre in West Paddock from 10am to 1pm.
"South Ribble residents can bring their pets to be chipped for a discounted price of £10 per dog. Microchipping involves a painless injection that takes just a few seconds and lasts up to 20 years."
Call 01772 625340 for more details
There has been quite a bit of coverage in the LEP about family pet dogs reported stolen or lost in the Preston and South Ribble area lately so look after your dog, even if it's in the garden, and think about getting it chipped if you've not already done so. Unfortunately, I've not seen any subsequent coverage which suggests that any of the owners have got their dogs back.
"South Ribble residents can bring their pets to be chipped for a discounted price of £10 per dog. Microchipping involves a painless injection that takes just a few seconds and lasts up to 20 years."
Call 01772 625340 for more details
There has been quite a bit of coverage in the LEP about family pet dogs reported stolen or lost in the Preston and South Ribble area lately so look after your dog, even if it's in the garden, and think about getting it chipped if you've not already done so. Unfortunately, I've not seen any subsequent coverage which suggests that any of the owners have got their dogs back.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Brinscall and White Coppice: Along the Goit
Lancashire is fantastic! Now, there's a positive statement to start the day. Although I'm from Devon, which of course I have to say is the best County in England, I feel privilaged to now live in a place which has so much variety in its landscape and so many great places to visit. The walk from Brinscall, near Chorley, to White Coppice and back is one of them.
Our route last Sunday took us from beside the swimming baths in the Brinscall and along Lodge Bank to join a path adjacent to the now disused Blackburn to Chorley railway line. We followed a fairly well signed footpath through woods and fields to join the Goit near Trigg Lane. Here, the dog was allowed off lead whilst we walked along the bank, enjoying some late afternoon sunshine and the sound of the water on it's journey from the Tockholes Reservoirs to Anglezarke.
We soon reached the small village, if you can call it that, of White Coppice where a good number of people were enjoying ice cream, team and cake bought from the cricket pavillion. Not to be outdone we joined them with an ice cream and a doggy treat before heading across the bridge to the moorland footpath on the opposite bank.
Here, the dog was back on lead for the return along the bracken edged path back towards the woods near Brinscall. On reaching the woods we headed up the hill to join a wide woodland path, passing some interesting farmhouse ruins, which eventually led us to Well Lane and back to our starting point. One word of caution, there are some small waterfalls near the junction with Well Lane with a steep drop. Although the falls are fenced to some extent, keep your dog (and kids) under close control.
We love this walk. Water, woods and moorland. Who could want more! God bless Lancashire.
Doggy rating 7/10
Click here for google map.
Our route last Sunday took us from beside the swimming baths in the Brinscall and along Lodge Bank to join a path adjacent to the now disused Blackburn to Chorley railway line. We followed a fairly well signed footpath through woods and fields to join the Goit near Trigg Lane. Here, the dog was allowed off lead whilst we walked along the bank, enjoying some late afternoon sunshine and the sound of the water on it's journey from the Tockholes Reservoirs to Anglezarke.
We soon reached the small village, if you can call it that, of White Coppice where a good number of people were enjoying ice cream, team and cake bought from the cricket pavillion. Not to be outdone we joined them with an ice cream and a doggy treat before heading across the bridge to the moorland footpath on the opposite bank.
Here, the dog was back on lead for the return along the bracken edged path back towards the woods near Brinscall. On reaching the woods we headed up the hill to join a wide woodland path, passing some interesting farmhouse ruins, which eventually led us to Well Lane and back to our starting point. One word of caution, there are some small waterfalls near the junction with Well Lane with a steep drop. Although the falls are fenced to some extent, keep your dog (and kids) under close control.
We love this walk. Water, woods and moorland. Who could want more! God bless Lancashire.
Doggy rating 7/10
Click here for google map.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Healey Nab from Botany Bay
You can't miss the huge Botany Bay shopping complex just off the M61 near Chorley when driving south from Preston. A little further on the left you'll see the wooded slopes of Healey Nab, which was our final destination for today's walk.
We parked up near the old entrance to Botany Bay, on Knowley Brow. Just near the junction of Blackburn Brow and Botany Brow, we took the bridleway signposted down Bagganley Lane (don't be fooled and head on to the British Waterways mooring site). As we didn't know the areas it was on the lead all the way for us here although some other four legged friends we passed were trotting along happily without restraint.
After half a mile or so we headed left at the junction and over a small bridge before forking left again and through a kissing gate on to open farmland. Fields full of sheep greeted us as we climbed steadily along a well marked path, before reaching another gate and woodland.
We wandered fairly aimlessly along the woodland footpaths of Healey Nab, where the dog was able to run free. We took a rest next to Nab Spout, which is apparently one of the best freshwater springs in the area, but even the didn't partake in a drink. Signs indicated that a mountain bike trail is under construction here and, from what we could see if it, it looks impressive. Once complete I expect the area will be less suitable for off lead dog walking though so watch out! Climbing higher, we soon reached open moorland and the large cairn near the summit. The views were stunning, and the contrast between the urban sprawl of Chorley and Buckshaw and even as far as Merseyside and the wild landscape of the West Pennine Moors behind could not have been greater.
Enthused by the moorland views ahead, we wandered some more towards Anglezarke before heading back in a loop round the woodlands of Healey Nab to the path back to Bagganley Lane.
Overall, a walk of contrasts. Close to the motorway and woods the walk has quite an urban feel. Once higher though it could hardly be more tranquil and you'll feel a million miles away from civilisation.
We were out for about three hours on our walk, which included plenty of time for ball throwing, but you could reach the top and back in much less if you're pushed. While there were no stiles, some paths were steep and muddy.
Doggy rating 6/10 (because a good deal of the walk is on lead)
Click here for google map
We parked up near the old entrance to Botany Bay, on Knowley Brow. Just near the junction of Blackburn Brow and Botany Brow, we took the bridleway signposted down Bagganley Lane (don't be fooled and head on to the British Waterways mooring site). As we didn't know the areas it was on the lead all the way for us here although some other four legged friends we passed were trotting along happily without restraint.
After half a mile or so we headed left at the junction and over a small bridge before forking left again and through a kissing gate on to open farmland. Fields full of sheep greeted us as we climbed steadily along a well marked path, before reaching another gate and woodland.
We wandered fairly aimlessly along the woodland footpaths of Healey Nab, where the dog was able to run free. We took a rest next to Nab Spout, which is apparently one of the best freshwater springs in the area, but even the didn't partake in a drink. Signs indicated that a mountain bike trail is under construction here and, from what we could see if it, it looks impressive. Once complete I expect the area will be less suitable for off lead dog walking though so watch out! Climbing higher, we soon reached open moorland and the large cairn near the summit. The views were stunning, and the contrast between the urban sprawl of Chorley and Buckshaw and even as far as Merseyside and the wild landscape of the West Pennine Moors behind could not have been greater.
Enthused by the moorland views ahead, we wandered some more towards Anglezarke before heading back in a loop round the woodlands of Healey Nab to the path back to Bagganley Lane.
Overall, a walk of contrasts. Close to the motorway and woods the walk has quite an urban feel. Once higher though it could hardly be more tranquil and you'll feel a million miles away from civilisation.
We were out for about three hours on our walk, which included plenty of time for ball throwing, but you could reach the top and back in much less if you're pushed. While there were no stiles, some paths were steep and muddy.
Doggy rating 6/10 (because a good deal of the walk is on lead)
Click here for google map
Sunday, July 05, 2009
Nick of Pendle and Pendle Hill (Nearly)
Last time we visited Pendle Hill the dog was a mere puppy. On that day, we spent a few hours taking in Churn Clough Reservoir before rising in to the mists on Spence Moor. Not wishing to put the dog off walking for life we then retreated back to the car, leaving me disappointed that I'd not experienced the summit of one of Lancashire's greatest landmarks.
For some reason (perhaps brought on by the excesses of a BBQ yesterday afternoon) we set off earlier this afternoon to claim the summit. Not deterred by the rain clouds overhead we set off from the Nick of Pendle on a good path towards Deerstones and Spence Moor, and soon found ourselves in lovely sunshine. Several 6 foot stiles en-route would have proved a challenge for any large dogs but the top of Spence Moor gave some great views back towards Preston, with Blackpool Tower just visible in the distance.
We took a rough and direct route along the edge of Ogden Clough before joining the main path which leads alongside the stream not far below the summit. Here, the dog had the chance of a paddle and a drink, which proved a distraction from the biscuits that I had retrieved from the rucksack.
Gaining more height to a spot wich couldn't have been more than 5 minutes from the top, we were once gain able to look back towards Preston, where dark storm clouds were making their way slowly over the flat landscape. Trying to figure out whether the storm was heading in our direction, we sat a while before deciding that time was against us, and that the thought of being caught out on the summit in a thunderstorm wasn't an experience we wanted!
The walk back to the car was a quick one, taking about 40 minutes. The clouds had circled to the North of us so we could have made it, but there's always another day.
Overall, a good walk with fine views. Sheep frequent the fellsides so the dog was on the lead throughout the walk. That said, he seemed to enjoy it and is now flat out asleep, oblivious to Federer's match winning point in the Wimbledon final.
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This walk is on high fells. Go prepared!
Doggy rating 6/10
For some reason (perhaps brought on by the excesses of a BBQ yesterday afternoon) we set off earlier this afternoon to claim the summit. Not deterred by the rain clouds overhead we set off from the Nick of Pendle on a good path towards Deerstones and Spence Moor, and soon found ourselves in lovely sunshine. Several 6 foot stiles en-route would have proved a challenge for any large dogs but the top of Spence Moor gave some great views back towards Preston, with Blackpool Tower just visible in the distance.
We took a rough and direct route along the edge of Ogden Clough before joining the main path which leads alongside the stream not far below the summit. Here, the dog had the chance of a paddle and a drink, which proved a distraction from the biscuits that I had retrieved from the rucksack.
Gaining more height to a spot wich couldn't have been more than 5 minutes from the top, we were once gain able to look back towards Preston, where dark storm clouds were making their way slowly over the flat landscape. Trying to figure out whether the storm was heading in our direction, we sat a while before deciding that time was against us, and that the thought of being caught out on the summit in a thunderstorm wasn't an experience we wanted!
The walk back to the car was a quick one, taking about 40 minutes. The clouds had circled to the North of us so we could have made it, but there's always another day.
Overall, a good walk with fine views. Sheep frequent the fellsides so the dog was on the lead throughout the walk. That said, he seemed to enjoy it and is now flat out asleep, oblivious to Federer's match winning point in the Wimbledon final.
Click here for Google Map
This walk is on high fells. Go prepared!
Doggy rating 6/10
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Hollingworth Lake, Littleborough
Taxi duties for the Take That concert at Old Trafford yesterday saw found us in Manchester with a few hours on our hands, so rather than return to Preston we headed off to Hollingworth Lake, near Littleborough.
Hollingworth Lake was one of the 2007 "Top Dog Walks" so we were looking forward to the trip. The Lake is actually a reservoir built to supply the Rochdale Canal. In victorian times it grew to be something of a tourist hotspot and there is still something of that feel today.
We parked on the pay and display car park next to the activity centre. It was very very busy with hoards of people enjoying the late afternoon sunshine. Our first impressions were rather disappointing, mainly because of the numbers of people, but that's what comes with visiting a waterside tourist spot on a warm afternoon! With a can't beat them join them attitude we head off clockwise round the lake though, with the dog on the lead along the small promenade, before enjoying some great sense of tranquility once we were passed the busy Lake hotel. From here, we walked along the road, passing the entrance to the visitors centre, which would have made a better parking spot, before eventually turning off and joining a virtually car free path beside the lake shore.
The route along this path was much better. The dog had a chance to run off lead, and one or two paths leading down to "beaches" allowed a paddle and a game of fetch. Views over the moors were great, especially with spectacular rain clouds looming!
After an hour and a half or so we returned to the car park and couldn't resist the award winning Mr Thomas' Fish and Chips. We drove round to the visitors centre car park to enjoy them in relative peace! Perhaps not quite as good as Rick Steins Fish and Chips in Padstow a few weeks ago, but less than half the price and pretty good!
All in all a nice place to visit. Perhaps a quieter time would have been better, but an interesting option to walking along the high Pennine edges close by. Good solid paths throughout so very accessible for buggies and wheelchairs.
Click here for Google map
Doggy rating 7/10
(I nearly forgot - apparently Take That were amazing, but, yes, they did get very very wet. The pictures of the elephant looked impressive! I'm told it was the best Take That concert ever, only beaten by the Take That ITV special before Christmas)
Hollingworth Lake was one of the 2007 "Top Dog Walks" so we were looking forward to the trip. The Lake is actually a reservoir built to supply the Rochdale Canal. In victorian times it grew to be something of a tourist hotspot and there is still something of that feel today.
We parked on the pay and display car park next to the activity centre. It was very very busy with hoards of people enjoying the late afternoon sunshine. Our first impressions were rather disappointing, mainly because of the numbers of people, but that's what comes with visiting a waterside tourist spot on a warm afternoon! With a can't beat them join them attitude we head off clockwise round the lake though, with the dog on the lead along the small promenade, before enjoying some great sense of tranquility once we were passed the busy Lake hotel. From here, we walked along the road, passing the entrance to the visitors centre, which would have made a better parking spot, before eventually turning off and joining a virtually car free path beside the lake shore.
The route along this path was much better. The dog had a chance to run off lead, and one or two paths leading down to "beaches" allowed a paddle and a game of fetch. Views over the moors were great, especially with spectacular rain clouds looming!
After an hour and a half or so we returned to the car park and couldn't resist the award winning Mr Thomas' Fish and Chips. We drove round to the visitors centre car park to enjoy them in relative peace! Perhaps not quite as good as Rick Steins Fish and Chips in Padstow a few weeks ago, but less than half the price and pretty good!
All in all a nice place to visit. Perhaps a quieter time would have been better, but an interesting option to walking along the high Pennine edges close by. Good solid paths throughout so very accessible for buggies and wheelchairs.
Click here for Google map
Doggy rating 7/10
(I nearly forgot - apparently Take That were amazing, but, yes, they did get very very wet. The pictures of the elephant looked impressive! I'm told it was the best Take That concert ever, only beaten by the Take That ITV special before Christmas)
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Dog Friendly Cornwall
The rain is pouring down outside but luckily we've had a few good and mainly dry weeks on holday in Cornwall. As before, Cornwall proved to be a pretty dog friendly county and a good time was had by all. This years dog freindly higlights included:
Best walks and dog friendly beaches
The Beaches between Rock and Daymar Bay - Miles of dog friendly beach and sand dunes which are virtually deserted other than the occasional dog walker in the early morning. Fantastic!
Pentire Head and the Rumps - Spectacular cliff walks, but keep your dog on the lead!
Watergate Bay - Great beach and out of peak season there are plenty of quieter stretches. The Beach Hut overlooking the bay is the dog friendly alternative to Jamie Oliver's 15!
The Camel Trail - Miles of old railway track through great scenery. The stretch between Padstow and Wadebridge is most popular with cyclists but there are plenty of other stretches to visit.
Best dog friendly places to eat
The Blue Peter at Polperro - The best dog friendly pub (if not just the best pub!) in Cornwall. Lovely setting right on the harbourside, really welcoming landlord, good beer and fantastic food. Dogs welcome in bar.
The Wellington at Boscastle - Welcoming dog friendly hotel and pub. Good beer and good food. Dogs welcome throughout.
The Customs House in Padstow - Very dog friendly in the bar. Not the best food but ok, and a good place to eat if it's raining or cold!
The Old Inn at St Breward - One of our favourite places last year, and just as good this year. Just on the edge of Bodmin Moor. Dogs welcome in the spacious bar area.
Best walks and dog friendly beaches
The Beaches between Rock and Daymar Bay - Miles of dog friendly beach and sand dunes which are virtually deserted other than the occasional dog walker in the early morning. Fantastic!
Pentire Head and the Rumps - Spectacular cliff walks, but keep your dog on the lead!
Watergate Bay - Great beach and out of peak season there are plenty of quieter stretches. The Beach Hut overlooking the bay is the dog friendly alternative to Jamie Oliver's 15!
The Camel Trail - Miles of old railway track through great scenery. The stretch between Padstow and Wadebridge is most popular with cyclists but there are plenty of other stretches to visit.
Best dog friendly places to eat
The Blue Peter at Polperro - The best dog friendly pub (if not just the best pub!) in Cornwall. Lovely setting right on the harbourside, really welcoming landlord, good beer and fantastic food. Dogs welcome in bar.
The Wellington at Boscastle - Welcoming dog friendly hotel and pub. Good beer and good food. Dogs welcome throughout.
The Customs House in Padstow - Very dog friendly in the bar. Not the best food but ok, and a good place to eat if it's raining or cold!
The Old Inn at St Breward - One of our favourite places last year, and just as good this year. Just on the edge of Bodmin Moor. Dogs welcome in the spacious bar area.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Much Hoole and the river Douglas
We were up and out early this morning for the short trip to Much Hoole and a walk along the banks of the river Douglas.
Our route began at the historic St Michaels Church,where Jeremiah Horrocks was curate on the early 1600s, following the footpath over the stile almost opposite the church car park.
Crossing open fields we soon reached Haunders Lane (very narrow in parts) and followed this right towards the river. The views from the riverbank were wonderful and, happily, the dog was not silly enough to wallow through the thick bankside mud whilst we admired the moored yachts.
We followed the river south for a mile or two of mainly off lead walking before rejoining Liverpool Road and the short walk back to the church.
Overall, a nice walk with plenty of off lead stretches. The Douglas is tidal in this stretch so I expect the character of the walk changes significantly depending on the tidal state.
Click here for Google map
Doggy rating 6/10
Our route began at the historic St Michaels Church,where Jeremiah Horrocks was curate on the early 1600s, following the footpath over the stile almost opposite the church car park.
Crossing open fields we soon reached Haunders Lane (very narrow in parts) and followed this right towards the river. The views from the riverbank were wonderful and, happily, the dog was not silly enough to wallow through the thick bankside mud whilst we admired the moored yachts.
We followed the river south for a mile or two of mainly off lead walking before rejoining Liverpool Road and the short walk back to the church.
Overall, a nice walk with plenty of off lead stretches. The Douglas is tidal in this stretch so I expect the character of the walk changes significantly depending on the tidal state.
Click here for Google map
Doggy rating 6/10
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Hoghton to Pleasington
It's quite while since our last blog. Worden Park has been our most frequent destination, not least because of the wonderful dog wash in the main car park. Just the job to get the dog clean after a good muddy run in the rain!
Today's weather was a welcome change, so we headed off to Hoghton for a (partial) riverside walk to Pleasington and back. We parked up at the top of Chapel Lane and followed the road for 3/4 mile or so to Hoghton Bottoms, bearing left at the bottom to the small footbridge over the river.
From here, we took the well signed path right past the picnic table alongside the picturesque river Darwen. The dog had a wonderful time off-lead, splashing in the river, before the path headed off inland past Pleasington golf course towards Pleasington Road. Parts of this route were very muddy in places, with little option but to grin and bear it. The dog was of course in his element wandering through slurry but Dogs Dad wished he'd worn boots rather than trainers!
On reaching Pleasington Road we turned left past the church, walking carefully along the road before reaching the gated Long Lane where the dog was once again off-lead back down the hill towards the river. Once again, parts of the path were very muddy, requiring a short detour through adjacent fields to avoid one impassable stretch.
We returned to Chapel Lane hot and tired, the dog probably wishing he'd had his summer "number 2 all over" cut and Dogs Dad wondering why he was wearing his fleece jacket.
Overall a nice walk with quite a few off-lead opportunities. The footpath erosion, numerous stiles (mainly dog friendly)and mud make it completely impractical for anyone with mobility difficulties or buggies though.
Click here for Google map.
Doggy rating 6/10
Today's weather was a welcome change, so we headed off to Hoghton for a (partial) riverside walk to Pleasington and back. We parked up at the top of Chapel Lane and followed the road for 3/4 mile or so to Hoghton Bottoms, bearing left at the bottom to the small footbridge over the river.
From here, we took the well signed path right past the picnic table alongside the picturesque river Darwen. The dog had a wonderful time off-lead, splashing in the river, before the path headed off inland past Pleasington golf course towards Pleasington Road. Parts of this route were very muddy in places, with little option but to grin and bear it. The dog was of course in his element wandering through slurry but Dogs Dad wished he'd worn boots rather than trainers!
On reaching Pleasington Road we turned left past the church, walking carefully along the road before reaching the gated Long Lane where the dog was once again off-lead back down the hill towards the river. Once again, parts of the path were very muddy, requiring a short detour through adjacent fields to avoid one impassable stretch.
We returned to Chapel Lane hot and tired, the dog probably wishing he'd had his summer "number 2 all over" cut and Dogs Dad wondering why he was wearing his fleece jacket.
Overall a nice walk with quite a few off-lead opportunities. The footpath erosion, numerous stiles (mainly dog friendly)and mud make it completely impractical for anyone with mobility difficulties or buggies though.
Click here for Google map.
Doggy rating 6/10
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Another visit to Beacon Fell
It's a long time since our last visit to Beacon Fell, near Longridge, so it was good to catch some of this morning's sunshine whilst wandering up to the trig point that marks the summit and even better to find we had the felltop to ourselves.
Beacon Fell has plenty to offer in the way of easy access tramper trails which circle the fell as well as paths through dense woodland. Our route followed the "long" tramper trail with a diversion to the summit and along a few of the smaller woodland tracks but you can take your pick of a number of waymarked routes or just wander at your leisure with little risk of getting lost.
On the down side, there's not much in the way of open grassland for a good game of fetch and given nesting birds in the heather topped moorland near the summit you need to keep your dog under close control. I recall that last time we visited there were sheep grazing the fellside but the felltop fencing has been taken down and the only sign of past livestock are the occasional cattle grids that mark where gates through the fencing used to be.
The dog had a whale of time sniffing every tree trunk and tuft of grass. His only cause for concern was coming face to face with an allegator lying in wait by the tramper trail. I don't think he was ever convinced it was just a lifesize wood sculphture.
The site is managed by the Lancashire County Council Countryside Service. Maps and information can be obtained from the Lancashire County Council website.
Click here for Google map
Beacon Fell has plenty to offer in the way of easy access tramper trails which circle the fell as well as paths through dense woodland. Our route followed the "long" tramper trail with a diversion to the summit and along a few of the smaller woodland tracks but you can take your pick of a number of waymarked routes or just wander at your leisure with little risk of getting lost.
On the down side, there's not much in the way of open grassland for a good game of fetch and given nesting birds in the heather topped moorland near the summit you need to keep your dog under close control. I recall that last time we visited there were sheep grazing the fellside but the felltop fencing has been taken down and the only sign of past livestock are the occasional cattle grids that mark where gates through the fencing used to be.
The dog had a whale of time sniffing every tree trunk and tuft of grass. His only cause for concern was coming face to face with an allegator lying in wait by the tramper trail. I don't think he was ever convinced it was just a lifesize wood sculphture.
The site is managed by the Lancashire County Council Countryside Service. Maps and information can be obtained from the Lancashire County Council website.
Click here for Google map
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