Sunny days in March should not be wasted. On the spur of the moment, we decided on a trip to Buckden.
Due to an oversight, we didn't have a map of the walk that we had planned to do. D'oh - so we winged it. A nice feature with the Ordnance Survey App. it will record an activity - even if you can't see a map.
The walk started with a climb from the car park, which opened up the view of the head of the dale.
Then the path levelled out, with great views in all directions.
This was followed by a steep drop into Cray. There were stepping stones to cross the stream. And a picturesque little waterfall and bridge for a break.
Then we went wrong - instead of going down the path to follow Cray Gill we followed the path towards Yockenthwaite.
And enjoyed some of the finest views of Wharfedale to be had.
At Scar House, we followed the drive down to Hubberholme. We met a couple who were finding it a slog coming up - it wasn't much better going down.
Hubberholme is only a small place with a pleasant river bank.
And St Michael and All Angels church - it is a delightful little church. And used for the wedding in "All Creatures Great and Small".
Then we asked a local the best route to Buckden. He directed us along the longer, but quieter road, as opposed to the slightly busier road, and totally forgot to mention the walk on the river bank!
I won't forget the map again!
This must be one of the best views from a car park.
