Well, we took the day easy and it was very enjoyable. Setting off from Rosthwaite at around 10:00am eventually reaching Grasmere at 4:00pm. A very sedate pace.
Even though it was raining when we set off it was a welcome break to the heat of the day before. A good steady climb up to Greenup Edge included an interesting section at the side of Lining Crag. This was where a stream had taken ownership of the path making the climb a little tricky in parts.
At the top, on Greenup Edge, it was very boggy. While traversing the ridge walkers have trodden many paths trying to avoid loosing boots in the sodden ground, us included. This did cause us to wander around a little to find the correct path down. The decent was easy paced with sections of yet more boggy ground.
With all the water coming off the fells, Greenup Gill (on the way up) and Easedale Beck (on the way down) were flowing well. The sound of water running and cascading over rocks was never far away. A few of the waterfalls did invite a stop or two.
Damage report:
Chris has another blister; Nicky is suffering from sun burn and aching shoulders; and the old man looks like he might be getting his first blister....! Apart from that we all feel pretty good.
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