New Dungeon Ghyll to Windermere. 17.4 miles, 1,591 ft of elevation, 33,072 steps
I feel intimidated, uncool and scared of all the trendy people. Who would have know that tourists would be freaking me out so much. I have hunted out the most down to earth pub and am seeking sanctuary with some dodgy locals. Despite it being out of school holidays, this place is heaving and I don’t like it.
This is what I woke up to this morning, and I had a really special hour or so on my own in the hills seeing the sun burn off the mist and warmth begin to penetrate the valley. What a morning!
After this glorious hour I had clearly left the true fells and entered the tourist trail. Elterwater, Skelwith bridge and on towards lake Windermere the path got easier, the people got fatter and they grew in number. I took my time ….
I even had a late morning nap in the sun. The weather was stunning, Mark would definitely have had his top off again. The entry to the shores of Windermere was through Wray castle which is a fake gothic castle. It didn’t help my feeling of disappointment after leaving the hills. Come on, just cheer up!
The Lake was stunning and I got the £1 crossing over to Bowness and Windermere. A quick stop for a pint and pork pie (with pork scratchings and pickles) and on to my accommodation.
Look – feel my pain. Coaches and tourists, people …….
