Wednesday 13th November 2024. With Harry, just under 5 miles.
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| Pickwell church |
After lunch we went out to Pickwell, and did the circular walk to Cold Overton and Somerby. We set off at 3pm, returned to the car just before 5.
A varied walk - the first part between Pickwell and Cold Overton undulates along a bridleway with views over the countryside,
including a glimpse of the windmill at Whissendine.
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| The windmill, not very clear, in the centre |
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| leaving Cold Overton |
The second part was flatter through attractive deciduous woodland
with views of the sky as it glowed onto sunset, and then open meadows where we met some friendly sheep
Lots of stiles between Cold Overton and Somerby.
As usual Leicestershire’s way-marking was excellent - the yellow posts are generally clearly visible.
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| Across the ridges and furrows close to Somerby |
There was a glorious sunset, and the moon was close to full..
We walked the last half-mile or so as darkness fell. The road from Somerby to Pickwell has an excellent pavement for pedestrians.
We celebrated with coffee and ginger biscuits back at the car before returning home.
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