Happy Valley

After a week of wet and cloud we enjoyed a delightful summer day in the Cheviots although the clouds obscured the Cheviot itself at the start.

The recent downpours made for a muddy walk but Mary was in the lead at the start..




A lot of fine views were had...



After a bit of climbing and muddiness we had lunch on a ruined barn wall and watched the butterflies fluttering over the meadow- perfect!


It was then time to descend to the valley floor

A lichen encrusted seat






Apart from the muddy bits this was certainly a 'happy' valley. Thanks to John & Marie who led us today and did the walk before sometime in the 20th century! Things had not changed too much. Afterwards we stopped for refreshments just outside Wooler.
The next walk on Sept 14th is going to be different from our usual Saturday outings- the plan is to get together with other Churches on a fund raising walk so keep a look out for notices. There is also a Monday walk planned for 12th August starting from Stella (Fred has agreed to lead it).

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